Truck Driver Manager

GRACEWORKS MINISTRIES INC•Franklin, TN

2d•$50,000 - $50,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Truck Driver Manager supports GraceWorks Ministries’ goals, values, and philosophy by exhibiting the following behaviors: showing dignity, practicing excellence, delivering quality service, culture and team commitment, collaboration and accountability. As a member of the GraceWorks Ministries’ team, the performance includes demonstrating the following accountabilities: communication, teamwork, job knowledge, and leadership. POSITION SUMMARY The Truck Driver Manager oversees all truck drivers and coordinator, coordinating delivery and pickup schedules and ministry services. This position is also responsible for maintaining the GraceWorks vehicle fleet, driving the truck to pick up furniture, food, and other donations in homes, businesses, churches, or schools, communicating with in-kind donors, corporate and civic community partners, and coordinating their pickup times.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Valid Driver’s License Required and a clean driving record.
Truck team and fleet management experience.
CDL is not required.
Must be 25 years or older.
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong management skills
Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of individuals
Strong team player who can work well with others
Ability to carry heavy loads in various circumstances, such as stairs, hallways, doorways, etc.
Good judgment when dealing with the public
Able to lift heavy loads
Organized and able to handle reasonable amounts of paperwork
Working Knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite
Good sense of direction

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage all truck drivers, assistant truck drivers, and coordinator.
Create a weekly schedule for truck drivers and assistant truck drivers.
Coordinate with:
Retail Manager to schedule pickups of furniture for the thrift store.
Food Pantry Team to schedule pickups of food and other food pantry needs and assist with Mobile Food Pantry transportation, service, and event needs.
The Development Director to schedule transportation and setup needs for events.
Other staff members or volunteers who need to use GraceWorks trucks for ministry business.
Create and maintain an overall ministry calendar for the GraceWorks fleet, so we know where vehicles are at all times and their availability.
Oversee end of day procedures and regularly clean and maintain the GraceWorks fleet, including fueling, oil changes, repair of flat tires, and other regular vehicle maintenance.
Maintain clean and organized offices and work areas.
Implement and maintain consistent check-in and check-out procedures for GraceWorks fleet keys.
Ensure vehicles have updated insurance cards, registration tags, and first aid kits.
Work as a truck driver, driving the truck to pick up furniture, food, and other donations in homes, businesses, churches, or schools.
Load and transport equipment and materials to and from GraceWorks sponsored events.
Assist with dock and space allocation.
Work with a partner and use appropriate safety procedures and moving equipment to lift heavy furniture.
Communicate with individual in-kind donors to coordinate their pickup time on the scheduled day.
Interact professionally and pleasantly with all donors, customers, and volunteers.
Assist with loading and unloading of sold merchandise or donations at GraceWorks.
Assist as needed in all areas of GraceWorks.
Being able to tell the GraceWorks story to anyone who asks.
Able to react to change productively and handle all other duties/essential tasks as assigned.