Truck Helper_NE-AOK_401-Thrift Store Department

THE SALVATION ARMY JOB DESCRIPTION   Job Code – 8530NE  Title: Truck Helper Employee Name:   Department Family Store Location: Ft. Smith Job Family: Laborers and Helpers Hire Date: Reports to: Family Store Manager Direct Reports:                        FLSA: Non-Exempt             Revision Date: February 15, 2017     Job Summary Assists in picking-up donations by riding in a Salvation Army truck and lifting, carrying, and/or hauling donations into the truck and unloading the same at the warehouse; assists in navigating for the Truck Driver; ensures the accountability, security, and safety of the donations when in route; assists in maintaining the vehicle in proper working order and in compliance with established standards.     Essential Functions   This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive.  It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position.  The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.     Truck Helper (90%) Rides in a Salvation Army truck on a scheduled route in order to pick-up donated items; assists in navigating driver to destinations by reading a map and/or hand-written directions.   Inspects donated items briefly to ensure they can be used according to established policies and procedures; explains policy to customers regarding the types of items that can be accepted.   Lifts, carries, and/or hauls donations into truck; packs items in truck in a manner that maximizes use of space, protects items from damage, and ensures safety.   Prepares donation receipts for customers; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same.   Maintains good relationship with donors to promote a favorable image of The Salvation Army.   Unloads donations from truck upon arrival at warehouse; distributes items to appropriate locations in the warehouse.   Loads truck of items to be taken to the dump.   Delivers appliances and furniture purchased by customers.   Performs routine maintenance of the truck; checks fluid levels on a regular basis; coordinates and may participate in repair work as needed.   Assumes the responsibilities of the Truck Driver as needed. Other Responsibilities (10%) Assists in performing work in the warehouse as needed. Assists in maintaining the neatness and cleanliness of the warehouse and loading dock area. Performs other related work as required. Materials and Equipment Salvation Army Vehicle                                   Hand-Trucks   Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the assigned geographic area.   Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers.   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED   Education and Experience   No formal education required, and six months experience lifting and hauling heavy items such as appliances and furniture, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.   Certifications/Licenses Valid State Driver's License   Physical Requirements Ability to meet attendance requirements.   Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.   Ability to read and follow a map and/or hand-written directions.   Ability to perform strenuous, heavy work involving the lifting and carrying of heavy objects, up to 150 pounds.   Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing   Working Conditions Work requires riding in a vehicle daily with exposure to the outdoors where there are physical discomforts associated with changes in weather such as rain, cold, snow, heat or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.     Statement of Purpose This document provides descriptive information about the above Salvation Army position. Work actually performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content of and qualifications for this position. An individual’s ability to meet the qualifications and capabilities described in this document is not a guarantee of employment or promotion. The Salvation Army reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary without providing advance written notice.   All employees recognize that 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.