Box Truck Driver (No CDL Required)

RWB Thrift•Des Plaines, IL

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About The Position

The Driver operates a box truck to pick up donated small furniture, household goods, clothing, and other miscellaneous items from donors. The role involves professional interaction with donors, safely lifting and loading items, keeping accurate donation records, and transporting donations securely to the Company’s warehouse or designated locations. The Driver helps advance the organization’s mission by collecting donations that are converted into funds for charitable partners. This position requires a dependable, organized person with strong communication and interpersonal skills and a commitment to exceptional customer service. The work environment is consistently busy and noisy, with bright lighting, regular interaction with customers, donors, and coworkers, and flexibility to switch tasks or work in different areas as operational needs require. The role includes work in all weather conditions and may involve exposure to unpleasant odors, hazardous materials, or potentially dangerous situations. Fundamental spoken and written English is needed to understand instructions, read street signs, and communicate with others.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license.
Clean driving record and ability to pass a motor vehicle records check.
Proven ability to operate a box truck safely and efficiently.
Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations applicable to large commercial vehicles.
Ability to work independently and adhere to a set schedule.
Ability to maneuver a truck in tight spaces.
Flexible schedule to accommodate changes in pickup routes or schedules.
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and carry items short distances.
Physical stamina to stand, walk, climb, and bend for extended periods.
Ability to operate heavy machinery, including box trucks and compactors.
Visual acuity to read road signs, maps, and operating instructions.
Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for operating truck controls and handling bags and boxes.
Strong back and abdominal muscles to maintain proper posture while operating equipment and lifting heavy objects.
Ability to work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and snow.
Ability to tolerate exposure to unpleasant odors, hazardous materials, and potentially dangerous situations.
Good hearing to detect warning signals and communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
Ability to pass a pre-employment health screening and motor vehicle records check.
Fundamental understanding of written and spoken English to comprehend instructions, read street signs, and communicate verbally and in writing.
Regular and punctual attendance, dependability, ethical conduct, customer focus, adaptability, attention to detail, inclusion, teamwork, resilience, and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a box truck while following traffic rules and regulations.
Follow designated pickup routes efficiently to maximize donations collected and minimize travel time.
Communicate courteously and professionally with donors while coordinating pickups.
Safely load and unload donated items, handle them with care, and secure them to prevent transportation damage.
Keep the pickup vehicle clean and organized, conduct regular inspections, and report maintenance or safety concerns.
Accurately record donation details, including item descriptions and donor information.
Provide customer service, thank donors, and positively represent the organization.
Report unique or valuable donations to management.
Follow health and safety protocols, particularly when handling potentially hazardous or sensitive items.
Unload donations upon returning to the store and organize them in designated areas for sorting and processing.
Stay informed about the organization’s mission and goals to communicate effectively with donors and the public.
Attend training sessions and meetings to improve skills and stay current on procedures and policies.