Driver / Warehouse Worker

The Salvation Army Southern California • Bremerton, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Join a team where you can offer compassion, dignity, and sustainable
opportunities for people in need in your local community!

The Salvation Army is an inspiring place to work. With offices in every major US
city and over 120 countries around the globe, it’s a place where people can
invest in people on every level. In the Northwest region of the US, we serve
people with food to shelter opportunities and almost everything in between. We
are committed to being an efficient and effective network of local offices that
make up a huge western region team. In other words, we’re committed to being big
and small at the same time. That makes us a seriously great place to work. As
one of the most impactful social service organizations in the world, we hire
people who constantly seek new ways to keep us moving forward. We welcome you on
finding your place to offer opportunities for people in need!

GENERAL STATEMENT:

The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the ultimate goal of
all programs is spiritual regeneration of all people.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

Oversee the warehouse/storage area. As the Driver, pick up and deliver to and
from local retailers, and maintain well-established relationships.

Requirements

• Must be a team player committed to the common purpose of assisting those in need.
• Must be sensitive and act accordingly to program participants who may be dealing with multiple issues and stresses due to their current living situation.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Must have a current Food Handlers Card
• Must have a valid Washington State driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass The Salvation Army‘s in house driving test and Motor vehicles Records check including being at least 21 years of age.
• Must have an understanding of commercial cleaning products and procedures.
• Knowledge and adaptation of FIFO (First In/First Out) practices.
• Knowledge and adaptation of HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point).
• Working knowledge of and ability to operate both a manual and power floor jack.
• Knowledge of food safety and kitchen sanitation practices, including guidelines on operating and cleaning all refrigeration units.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to adapt to changes in a working environment.
• High school diploma or GED
• One year of work experience, preferably with materials handling and driving
• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, reach overhead, kneel, and/or twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects such as bins, drawers, and reach overhead.
• Ability to carry and move food cartons.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a continuous basis, as needed.
• Ability to understand written information.

Responsibilities

• Organize, clean, and maintain all areas of the food storage/warehouse.
• Organize, clean, and maintain all refrigeration/freezer units in the food.
• Utilize work simplification techniques for effective use of time.
• Work with the Operations manager and cooks in the organization of planned meals.
• Always use (first in, first out) FIFO practices.
• Keep all walkways and aisles in food storage/warehouse clear of trip hazards for safety.
• Always use Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) practices
• Record daily freezer and refrigerator temperatures.
• Schedule and report basic vehicle fleet maintenance. Recognize and report other needed vehicle repairs as they arise.
• Drive to scheduled and unscheduled donation pick-up sites in a timely manner. This may include local retailers, other area food banks, and occasional private donors.
• Greet all donors in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner.
• Follow a designated dress code/ TSA Shirts will be provided. Always wear closed-toe and skid-proof footwear.
• Work closely and oversee volunteers and court-ordered community service applicants who will from time to time assist in day-to-day duties.
• Follow all Salvation Army safety and driving policies.
• Perform other tasks as necessary or assigned or requested by your supervisor.

Benefits

• paid holidays
• vacation time
• sick time
• medical, vision, and dental insurances
• Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at 5 years eligible service time
• employee funded voluntary 403(b) options
• Benefit will be one week (5 business days) of paid leave at the employee’s normal rate of pay for births, adoptions and foster placements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees