Angel Tree Warehouse Worker (9345)

The Salvation Army • Aiken, SC

3d • 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 handles donated gifts and supplies from receipt through preparation for distribution to families during the Christmas season. Duties include receiving, unloading, sorting, organizing, and distributing donations; assisting with pickups from designated locations; and keeping the warehouse clean and safe.

Work is primarily performed 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. The schedule is Monday through Saturday, 10:00 AM–8:00 PM, though hours may vary with program needs. Employment ends December 24, 2026. The Salvation Army states that employees must not undermine its religious mission.

Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others, including coworkers, volunteers, and supervisors.
• Dependable, organized, and willing to assist wherever needed.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with limited supervision.
• Ability to lift, carry, load, and unload donated materials, including heavy objects.
• Ability to organize donated items in designated areas and 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 and repetitive warehouse duties, including continuous walking, standing, bending, stooping, and occasional climbing.
• 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.
• Dependable attendance, teamwork, flexibility, and ability to perform physical duties are essential.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or G.E.D. is preferred but not required.
• 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.
• Unload trucks and place 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.
• Prepare, organize, and arrange donated gifts and supplies for Christmas distribution.
• Assist with setup, layout, organization, and cleanup of the Christmas warehouse.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work environment, including the warehouse and loading dock.
• Pick up trash, empty garbage containers, and remove waste to designated disposal areas.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED