Truck Driver/ Forklift Operator

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory • Columbia, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army Midland Division Thrift Store in Columbia, Missouri, is seeking a part-time Truck Driver/Forklift Operator to work approximately 20 hours per week. This role involves driving or riding on the truck, assisting with store operations, and interacting with staff and customers. Key responsibilities include lifting and carrying donated items, operating a forklift and a baler, and performing physical labor. Basic communication skills are required, and the candidate must pass a DOT medical exam within one week of employment and be able to sustain heavy manual labor throughout a full workday.

Requirements

• High school/equivalent diploma and one year related work experience or two years work experience without diploma.
• Basic communications with customers and other employees.
• Ability to comprehend written job description, city map, cleaning instructions and material safety data sheet.
• Appropriate state drivers’ license is required at least a class E for MO and must pass TSA MVR check.
• Must be DOT certified to drive the box truck.
• Must obtain Forklift operator certification before operating the forklift.
• Must be properly trained and have the appropriate license to operate the forklift.
• Must be a team player, a self-starter, and perform well with minimum supervision.
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Capable of frequently lifting 70 pounds, and occasionally lifting more than 100 pounds.
• Frequently lifts or moves 100 pounds or more with assistance of another person/forklift/floor jack/dolly/cart or truck.
• Position is expected to: Bend, stoop, crouch, stand, walk, carry and push/pull items.
• Must pass a DOT medical exam within one week of employment.
• Should be able to sustain heavy manual labor through a full workday.

Nice To Haves

• Previous store worker experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive or ride along in truck to pick up merchandise, including food, and make store deliveries as scheduled.
• Assist in loading and unloading the box truck, customers’ vehicles, and/or donors’ vehicles.
• When driving, conduct daily pre-trip inspections of the vehicle, monitoring and scheduling routine maintenance and alerting the supervisor of needed repairs or safety concern.
• Operate the vehicle in a safe manner and in compliance with The Salvation Army Fleet Operation Manual.
• When riding, perform spotter function outside the truck each and every time the truck is backed up.
• After training, perform clothes baling operations in a safe manner (operate baler, move/stack bales which weigh up to 750 pounds).
• After certification, operate forklift in a safe manner, ensuring all stacked items are safely stacked.
• Monitor and schedule routine maintenance and alert the supervisor of needed repairs or safety concerns for the forklift.
• Assist with maintaining the food pantry and stores to include: wash windows, dust, clean bathroom, vacuum and mop floors, carry out trash and other janitorial duties as necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with Safe From Harm guidelines.
• Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with customers, donors, co-workers and supervisors.

Benefits

• Generous time off — Vacation time, personal time, sick time, and discretionary time.
• 14 paid holidays per year
• Voluntary Life Insurance including spouse and children coverage
• AFLAC Insurance Products
• Company funded Pension plan
• Optional 403b investment plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED