Box Truck Driver (Production Assistant)

The Salvation Army Wilmington ARC•Wilmington, DE

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Assistant will complete driving routes for pickup and/or drop off of donations at the warehouse, assigned donation boxes, and donor homes. This role is crucial for supporting The Salvation Army's Adult Rehabilitation Centers by ensuring efficient donation collection and providing beneficiaries with an example of professional conduct and work habits.

Requirements

Must be able to communicate effectively.
Valid driver’s license for assigned vehicles and acceptable DMV record.
Must pass driving test.
Must be able to read maps and plan and prioritize daily route coverage.
Must be able to use iPad with GPS, texting, and truck inspection report.
Must have good communication and customer service skills.
Medical card required depending on city and/or state requirement.
Passing a DOT Physical is a requirement of the job.

Responsibilities

Complete driving routes for pickup and/or drop off of donations at the warehouse, assigned donation boxes, and donor homes.
Ensure the security and safe operation of the vehicle and other assigned equipment.
Promptly report all accidents involving the truck, personal injury, or property damage to the immediate supervisor and complete necessary paperwork.
Perform daily walk-around inspections of the vehicle, checking essential components to maintain equipment in good operating condition.
Report any vehicle problems immediately to the supervisor.
Ensure the truck cab and box are clean and personal items are removed daily.
Plan daily routing based on assigned pick-ups and complete all scheduled calls.
Act as a personal representative of The Salvation Army, ensuring courteous customer interactions, appropriate acceptance or refusal of donations, and strict adherence to the “Manual for Production Assistants”.
Report any problems in pickups immediately to the dispatcher.
Maintain a professional appearance in compliance with the company dress code.
Maintain complete and accurate records.
Adhere to communication procedures.
Load and unload the assigned truck and others as requested, taking proper care to secure and safely handle goods and materials.
Use blankets, ropes, etc., to avoid excessive movement of material during transit, avoid breakage, scratching, or other damage, and make optimum use of available space.
Provide assistance to Thrift Store personnel when delivering items to ensure proper placement and location within the store.
Instruct and supervise the Truck Helper, serving as a positive example of professional conduct and work habits.
Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or Administrator.