Donation Pickup & Delivery Driver (Local Routes)
About this role
Donation Pickup & Delivery Driver - The Salvation Army
About Us
The Salvation Army is an international movement and an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Job Overview
Join our team in "Doing the Most Good" as a Production Assistant/Driver at our Adult Rehabilitation Center. We're seeking a professional and courteous driver to transport materials to and from specified destinations. This role is essential in representing The Salvation Army while providing exceptional service to our donors and maintaining efficient operations.
Pay Rate: $15.00/hr
Status: Full Time, 40 Hours per Week
Key Responsibilities
Transportation & Logistics
- Follow scheduled routing procedures efficiently
- Drive Salvation Army truck for pickups and deliveries
- Ensure security and safe handling of all goods and materials
- Perform daily pre and post-trip inspections of vehicles
- Maintain equipment in excellent working order
- Comply with all DOT and OSHA regulations
Customer Service
- Act as a personal representative of The Salvation Army
- Ensure all donors are treated courteously and respectfully
- Communicate donation acceptance policy with donors
- Report any pickup problems to dispatcher
- Maintain professional appearance per ARC dress code
Operations Support
- Use DSS program and assigned iPad apps effectively
- Support beneficiaries in work therapy goals through training and mentoring
- Handle loading and unloading of trucks as needed
- Wear all assigned PPE including gloves, masks, and back guard
- Report any safety or security concerns immediately
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- High School Degree or equivalent
- At least two years licensed driving experience
- Must pass pre-employment DOT screen, drug test, and background check
Skills & Abilities
- Strong communication skills in English
- Basic computer skills including payroll system
- Proficiency with mobile applications
- Basic math skills
- Excellent manual dexterity
- Professional demeanor and customer service orientation
Required Certifications
- Valid Driver's License
- Clear MVR report
- Successful completion of required testing
Physical Requirements
- Regularly required to stand, use hands, handle, feel, hear, and talk
- Frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms
- Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
- Must regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds
- Occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds
- Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and focus adjustment
Work Environment
- Store and warehouse environments
- Quiet to moderate noise level
- May experience dusty conditions
- Temperature fluctuations based on weather
- Flexible schedule including early shifts, late shifts, and some weekends
What We Offer
- Opportunity to make a positive impact in your community
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive work environment
- Comprehensive benefits package
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.
Benefits Package
Insurance & Financial
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and hearing coverage
- Prescription drug plan
- Voluntary life insurance
- Competitive pension plan
- 403(b) retirement savings plan (immediate eligibility)
Paid Time Off
- Vacation days (accrual begins after first month, eligible after 90 days)
- Paid sick days
- Personal days
- Floating holidays
- Paid holidays (immediate eligibility)
Company at a glance
The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Our message is based on the Bible, our ministry is motivated by the love of God, and our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ as we meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Every program we offer is rooted in our passion to serve God by serving the lost, the vulnerable, the needy, the poor, the hurting, the helpless, and the hopeless.
Material and spiritual support is our standard - social services delivered with compassion is our model - anyone in need is our prerequisite. Eighty-two cents of every dollar we raise supports our various programs. We are a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization, and contributions are deductible for Federal Income Tax Purposes to the extent permitted under Section 170(b)(2) for corporations.
Top Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Hearing coverage
- Prescription drug plan
- Voluntary life insurance
- Pension plan
- 403(b) retirement savings plan
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick days
- Personal days
- Floating holidays
- Paid holidays
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