Mobile Donation Trailer Driver

Knox Area Rescue Minist•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

The Mobile Donation Trailer Driver supports KARM Stores’ mobile donation operations by driving a pickup truck and 26-foot trailer to scheduled donation sites, receiving donations from the public, unloading and organizing trailer contents, and delivering excellent customer service. This role also helps communicate KARM’s mission to donors while ensuring safe transportation, proper handling of donated goods, and compliance with company policies and procedures.

Requirements

Valid Tennessee driver’s license required
Must have a Class D license with F endorsement or CDL, or be willing and able to obtain F endorsement within 45 days of hire
Must provide proof of personal vehicle insurance
Must have a good driving record
Must comply with Tennessee Hands Free driving laws
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
One to two years of related experience preferred
Ability to safely lift and move heavy furniture and donated items
Ability to work in outdoor, truck, and warehouse environments
Ability to use a cell phone, tablet/iPad, email, and GPS devices
Basic math, reading, comprehension, and problem-solving skills
Ability to read and interpret policies, procedures, and written or verbal instructions
Basic computer and internet skills
Strong organizational skills
Friendly, team-oriented attitude with a servant’s heart
Commitment to the mission of KARM Stores

Responsibilities

Greet donors with a kind, positive, and welcoming attitude
Receive donations and assist donors with unloading items from their vehicles into the trailer
Share the KARM story and help create a strong donor experience
Safely operate an F-250 pickup truck and pull a 26-foot trailer to assigned donation sites
Follow all traffic laws and company safety procedures
Travel to mobile donation sites throughout Knox County and surrounding areas
Assist with dropping off full gaylords and pallets at store locations
Use a pallet jack to move pallets and gaylords on and off the trailer using a ramp
Conduct daily inspections of the truck and key trailer components; report damage or safety concerns promptly
Maintain inventory awareness of trailer contents and help organize, sort, and presort donations as needed
Evaluate donated items according to KARM Stores donation guidelines
Communicate graciously with donors when accepting or declining items
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized trailer and work area
Promptly report accidents, injuries, or safety incidents according to company procedure
Communicate concerns appropriately through leadership channels