Donation Attendant Herndon EDC

Goodwill of Greater Washington•Herndon, VA

About The Position

The Donation Attendant serves as a Goodwill Ambassador and assists donors of household goods in an active, dynamic role. The position provides customer service, welcomes donors, safely unloads and records donations, sorts donated items, and maintains a clean donation area. It also supports loading and unloading donations into company vehicles and performs general housekeeping as needed.

Requirements

Previous customer service experience.
Ability to provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend basic instructions in English for safety purposes and communication with management.
Ability to communicate verbally with associates and customers.
Ability to walk, stoop, stand, bend, lift, kneel, and climb continuously for prolonged periods, up to 7 hours per 8-hour shift.
Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least six months of previous work experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Previous warehouse experience.
Previous pallet packing and forklift experience.
Basic computer skills.
Multilingual ability with proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service to internal and external guests.
Greet donors and safely unload donations from vehicles.
Accurately record donations.
Safely operate manual or powered equipment, depending on location.
Keep the donation area clean and free of debris.
Complete donor receipts and offer donors a copy.
Sort donated items into designated categories.
Follow safety and security practices, and report hazards and injuries to the General Manager, Store Manager, or Assistant Manager.
Maintain a clean, neat uniform and appearance.
Assist the truck and driver helper with loading and unloading donations into company vehicles.
Perform general housekeeping duties and other duties as directed.