What are the responsibilities and job description for the Truck Helper position at The Salvation Army?
About this opportunity :
This position is responsible for Assisting 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.
Key responsibilities :
- Rides in a Salvation Army truck on a scheduled route 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 relationships 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 the truck with 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.
What we are looking for in you :
Physical Requirements and 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.
