Production Assistant (Truck Driver)

The Salvation Army•Erie, PA

About The Position

The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Production Assistant (Truck Driver) to complete routes for picking up and/or dropping off donations at the warehouse, assigned donation boxes, and donor homes. The position supports the Center’s work therapy program by modeling professional conduct and work habits and, as directed by a supervisor, supervising a Truck Helper who is participating in a rehabilitation program. The role is responsible for safe vehicle operation, daily vehicle inspections and upkeep, route planning and coverage, customer service, accurate records, and the careful loading, transport, and unloading of donations and other goods. The Production Assistant also assists thrift store personnel with delivery placement and related tasks, follows communication procedures and the Production Assistants manual, and completes other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor or Administrator. A valid license for assigned vehicles, an acceptable driving record, a driving test, and a DOT physical are required.

Requirements

Communicate effectively.
Hold a valid driver’s license for assigned vehicles and have an acceptable DMV record.
Pass a driving test.
Be able to lift 100 lbs.
Be able to read maps and plan and prioritize daily route coverage.
Be able to use an iPad with GPS, texting, and truck inspection reporting.
Have excellent communication and customer service skills.
Have a medical card if required by city and/or state regulations.
Pass a DOT physical; failure to do so could result in immediate termination of employment.

Responsibilities

Safely operate and secure the assigned vehicle and equipment.
Promptly report accidents involving the truck, personal injury, or property damage to the immediate supervisor and complete required paperwork.
Inspect the vehicle daily, including checking air, water, oil, and other items; promptly report problems to the supervisor.
Keep the truck cab and box clean and remove personal items daily.
Plan daily routes based on assigned pickups, make scheduled calls including donation boxes, and develop assigned routes, including bagging or carding around each pickup as instructed.
Treat customers courteously, accept or refuse donations appropriately, and follow the Manual for Production Assistants.
Immediately report pickup problems to the dispatcher.
Maintain a professional appearance in accordance with the company dress code.
Maintain complete and accurate delivery manifests, trip logs, Green Sheets, and other records.
Follow communication procedures and 10 codes.
Load and unload assigned trucks and other trucks as requested, securing and handling goods safely with blankets, ropes, and other materials to limit movement and damage and use space effectively.
Assist thrift store personnel with delivery placement, including moving hampers to the processing area, placing furniture on the sales floor, and removing trash.
Instruct and supervise the Truck Helper, modeling and teaching appropriate work habits and professional conduct as directed by the supervisor.
Perform other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or Administrator.