Angel Tree Warehouse Worker

THE SALVATION ARMY•Aiken, SC

5d•$11 - $11•Onsite

About The Position

The Angel Tree Warehouse Worker assists with the daily operations of The Salvation Army Christmas Center and Angel Tree Program. The role involves receiving, unloading, sorting, organizing, and distributing donated items; maintaining a clean and safe warehouse; and helping pick up donations from designated locations. The worker helps ensure donated gifts and supplies are handled and prepared for distribution to families during the Christmas season. The position is seasonal and temporary, based at The Salvation Army, 322 Gayle Ave N.W., Aiken, South Carolina. Pay is $11.00 per hour, paid biweekly. The listed schedule is Monday through Saturday, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, though hours may vary with the operational needs of the Christmas Assistance Program. The last day of employment is December 24, 2026. Work is primarily in a warehouse and may involve fluctuating temperatures, noise, dust, dirt, and other typical warehouse conditions. Some duties may be outdoors during donation pickups, loading, and unloading. Employees are expected to dress appropriately and follow safety procedures. The position requires dependable attendance, teamwork, flexibility, and the ability to perform physical duties. Employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree not to undermine its religious mission in their work. The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer of minorities, women, veterans, and people with disabilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others.
Dependability, organization, and willingness to assist wherever needed.
Ability to follow instructions and work with limited supervision.
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with coworkers, volunteers, and supervisors.
Ability to lift, carry, load, and unload donated materials.
Ability to organize and maintain donated items in designated areas.
Ability to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Ability to communicate professionally with donors, staff, and volunteers.
Ability to work with individuals of various backgrounds and ages.
Flexibility to assist with changing warehouse needs and maintain a positive, proactive attitude.
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Ability to perform physically demanding warehouse duties, including lifting and carrying heavy objects and donated materials.
Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, and occasionally climb, and to perform repetitive physical activities throughout the workday.
Ability to load and unload donated items from trucks and warehouse storage areas.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment during the Christmas season.

Nice To Haves

Previous warehouse, donation-handling, or general labor experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Receive, lift, carry, load, unload, sort, and organize donated items in the Christmas warehouse.
Assist with unloading trucks and placing donations in designated warehouse areas.
Sort and distribute donations according to instructions and established procedures.
Assist with Angel Tree donation pickups from designated drop-off locations, businesses, and other collection sites.
Help prepare, organize, and arrange donated gifts and supplies for Christmas distribution.
Assist with the setup, layout, organization, and cleanup of the Christmas warehouse.
Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work environment.
Pick up trash, empty garbage containers, and remove waste to designated disposal areas.
Help maintain the cleanliness of the warehouse and loading dock.
Follow safety and security procedures when handling donations and warehouse equipment.
Maintain positive and professional relationships with donors, volunteers, staff, and the public.
Assist in all areas of Christmas warehouse operations as needed.
Perform special projects and other related duties as assigned.