Box Truck Driver (FT - 40 Hours), Washington Blvd
About The Position
The Box Truck Driver works in local and surrounding areas for The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center & Thrift Stores. The driver transports donated items safely and efficiently to support community programs, represents The Salvation Army professionally, and provides courteous service to donors. The role also supports work-therapy goals by training and mentoring beneficiaries and new production assistants/drivers. The position involves following scheduled routes; driving the Salvation Army truck for pickups and deliveries; inspecting and maintaining vehicles; complying with DOT and OSHA regulations; loading and unloading as needed; and using the DSS program and assigned iPad applications. The driver reports pickup issues and safety or security concerns, follows the ARC dress code, and wears assigned personal protective equipment. The work takes place in store and warehouse environments with quiet to moderate noise, possible dust, and weather-related temperature fluctuations. The schedule is listed as 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with some weekends possible; flexible scheduling may include early or late shifts.
Requirements
- High school degree or equivalent.
- At least two years of licensed driving experience.
- Must pass a pre-employment DOT screen, drug test, and background check.
- Strong English communication skills.
- Basic computer skills, including use of a payroll system.
- Proficiency with mobile applications.
- Basic math skills.
- Excellent manual dexterity.
- Professional demeanor and customer-service orientation.
- Valid driver's license with For-Hire Endorsement.
- Clear MVR report.
- Successful completion of required testing.
- Regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.
- Physical abilities include standing; using hands; handling and feeling; hearing and talking; walking and reaching; and occasionally climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and focus adjustment.
Responsibilities
- Follow scheduled routing procedures efficiently.
- Drive a Salvation Army truck for pickups and deliveries.
- Ensure the security and safe handling of goods and materials.
- Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Maintain equipment in excellent working order.
- Comply with DOT and OSHA regulations.
- Train and certify new production assistants and drivers.
- Represent The Salvation Army and treat donors courteously and respectfully.
- Communicate donation acceptance policy to donors.
- Report pickup problems to the dispatcher.
- Maintain a professional appearance in accordance with the ARC dress code.
- Use the DSS program and assigned iPad applications effectively.
- Support beneficiaries’ work-therapy goals through training and mentoring.
- Load and unload trucks as needed.
- Wear assigned PPE, including gloves, masks, and a back guard.
- Report safety or security concerns immediately.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, and hearing (DVH) benefits.
- Pension.
- Employee discount.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- On-the-job training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
