Box Truck Driver (No CDL Required)

10d•$19 - $20

About The Position

The Driver operates a box truck to pick up donated items—including small furniture, household goods, clothing, and miscellaneous items—from donors. The role includes interacting professionally with donors, safely lifting and loading items, and maintaining accurate donation records with donor information, item descriptions, and quantities. Donations are transported securely to the Company’s warehouse or other designated locations and contribute to the organization’s charitable mission. The Driver follows pickup routes and schedules, keeps the vehicle clean and organized, inspects it and reports maintenance or safety concerns, and unloads and organizes donations at the store. The position requires dependable, organized, customer-focused work; independent judgment; flexibility to adapt to operational needs; and adherence to health and safety procedures. Drivers attend training and meetings to stay current on procedures and policies.

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.
Proficiency in maneuvering 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 understand instructions, read street signs, and communicate verbally and in writing when interacting with English-speaking customers, donors, and colleagues.
Regular, punctual attendance; dependability, integrity, customer focus, humility, adaptability, attention to detail, inclusion, teamwork, informal communication skills, resilience, and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a box truck in accordance with traffic rules and regulations.
Follow designated pickup routes efficiently to maximize donation collections and minimize travel time.
Coordinate pickups and communicate courteously and professionally with donors.
Safely load and unload donated items, handling and securing them carefully to prevent damage.
Maintain a clean and organized pickup vehicle, conduct regular inspections, and report maintenance or safety concerns.
Accurately record donation details, including item descriptions and donor information.
Thank donors, provide exceptional customer service, 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.