Box Truck Driver (Production Assist 1) FT - The Salvation Army - San Jose ARC $22/hr

The Salvation Army Southern California•San Jose, CA

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About The Position

The Production Assistant 1 works in the Production Department and drives an assigned truck on daily routes. The role involves completing routes on schedule, safely loading and unloading donated materials, handling donations with appropriate procedures and personal protective equipment, and representing The Salvation Army through courteous customer service. The employee also trains and supervises a truck helper in their work-related activities, completes daily vehicle checks, and follows applicable safety procedures, company policies, and transportation laws. The position reports to the Transportation Supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Clean driving record.
Strong time-management and customer-service skills.
Ability to operate electronic equipment used for daily route information.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist intermittently or continuously.
Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects, including carts, racks, dollies, hand trucks, and miscellaneous equipment.
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
Ability to perform repetitive-motion tasks.

Responsibilities

Follow daily routing directions and do not deviate from the route unless authorized by the Transportation Supervisor or designee.
Manage time and complete the assigned route within the approved work schedule, unless an exception is approved by the Transportation Supervisor or designee.
Safely load and unload the assigned truck and assist with other trucks as requested.
Handle donated materials safely, use assigned personal protective equipment, and protect donations from damage.
Train, instruct, and supervise the truck helper in work-related activities, modeling and teaching good personal and professional work habits.
Complete Bag & Tag duties as instructed by the supervisor and procedures.
Complete daily pre- and post-trip checks; review inspection exceptions with the Transportation Supervisor before operating the vehicle or clocking out, as applicable.
Ensure truck equipment is in working order and secured for transport.
Treat customers courteously and provide good customer service; promptly report donor problems and concerns to the supervisor through dispatch.
Promptly report truck accidents, personal injuries, and property damage to the immediate supervisor.
Follow DOT regulations and state and local laws, maintain a safe driving record, and attend required driver safety meetings.
Report safety-procedure infractions to the Transportation Supervisor.
Take meal and rest breaks in accordance with state law and company policy.
Perform other duties assigned by the Transportation Supervisor, Director of Production, or their designated representatives.