What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cargo Truck Driver / Loader position at The Salvation Army USA Central Territory?
The Salvation Army Mission:
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
Job Objective:
This position drives a Salvation Army truck to pick-up and transport materials to and from specified
destinations as assigned while consistently representing The Salvation Army with a professional and polite
demeanor and providing exceptional service.
Essential Functions:
- Acts as a personal representative of The Salvation Army and ensures that all donors are treated
courteously and respectfully. - Follows routing procedures as scheduled.
- Use efficiency and care to ensure the security and safe handling of all goods and materials.
- Communicates effectively using the DSS program and other apps as assigned on iPad.
- Communicates donation acceptance policy with donors and reports any problem with pick-ups to the
dispatcher. - Support beneficiaries to maximize work therapy goals and promote their success through training and
mentoring. - Responsible for the safety and security of the truck and equipment, including daily pre and post-trip
inspections of air, water, oil, lights, etc. to maintain equipment in excellent working order. - Ensures compliance to all DOT and OSHA regulations and requirements.
- Immediately reports any safety or security concerns to management including accidents involving truck,
personal injury, or property damage. - Wear any and all assigned PPE provided, including but not limited to gloves, masks, or back guard.
- Maintain a neat appearance in accordance with ARC dress code policy for drivers.
- Responsible for loading and unloading of trucks as needed.
- Must be available for a flexible schedule; to work early shifts, late shifts, and some weekends.
- Other duties as assigned.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.
