Truck Driver_NE-AOK_403-Thrift Store Department

Truck Driver/Sorting Room Worker 8584NE_Thrift Store Department-403Job Summary Truck Driver:  Drives Salvation Army truck along scheduled route to pick-up donations and/or deliver merchandise to customers; operates the truck in compliance with established Salvation Army standards and state driving regulations; lifts, carries, loads and unloads variety of donations including furniture, appliances, clothing, etc.; ensures the safety, security, and accountability of the vehicle and donations at all times; assists in performing work in the thrift store and warehouse.  Sorting Room:  Receives, sorts, prices and prepares donated items for display in the store; determines suitability and pricing of items based on established standards; assists in maintaining the orderliness and cleanliness of the warehouse area.  Prepares donated items, not suitable for display in the store, to be processed through the salvage program which includes operating, inventorying, and maintaining textile bailer.  Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of the assigned geographical area.  Ability to organize pick-up tickets and to schedule route in a manner that saves time and gasoline consumption. Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers.Education and ExperienceHigh School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred but not required, AND one year experience driving a heavy-duty truck or large van, OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.  Physical RequirementsAbility to meet attendance requirements.  Ability to read, write and communicate the English language.  Ability to read and follow a map and/or handwritten directions.  Ability to perform strenuous, heavy work involving the lifting and carrying heavy objects.  Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.  Ability to drive a heavy-duty truck.Additional Comments:All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.To apply, please select the "Apply Now" icon at the bottom of this posting.  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 Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled