Truck Driver Thrift Store

St Vincent De Paul Cares•St. Petersburg, FL

52d•$0 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Truck Driver-Thrift Store is the link between donors of merchandise, recipients of merchandise and the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store. The Truck Driver-Thrift Store will help with the retrieval of donated goods, clothing, and furniture donated from individuals and families from the local community and surrounding areas.

Requirements

Able to speak, write and understand English
Possess basic computer skills
Must be sensitive to and respect cultural diversity amongst clients, staff, and volunteers and able to work with diverse racial, ethnic, and economic groups
Flexible work schedule including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to set appropriate limits, work under deadlines and multi-task
Ability to organize, prioritize, self-motivate, and deliver results
Excellent communication and listening skills
Possess strong work ethics
Successfully pass Law Enforcement background screening.
Valid Florida driver’s license if driving an agency vehicle or a personal vehicle for company business
Must have reliable transportation
Participate in Agency Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) program and Accreditation/ Reaccreditation process
Mission-driven attitude supplemented with integrity and passion
Adherence to the highest ethical standards, personally and professionally
A high level of openness and willingness to receive feedback/suggestions from superiors and others, and to learn new skills to improve job performance
Evidence of deep alignment with the St. Vincent de Paul CARES Mission and Values

Nice To Haves

Driving record must be free from violations
Knowledgeable on road and safety regulations
A knowledge of the south Pinellas County area
Ability to read road maps
Excellent driving record for at least 3-years prior to employment
CDL preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Drive a pre-scheduled route, assigned by the Thrift Store Manager and/or Assistant Manager, to pick up donations and/or deliver merchandise to customers and clients
Load and unload a variety of merchandise including furniture, bedding, appliances, household items and clothing
Assist in using lifts, dollies, and other equipment for heavy items, as well as safety belts to prevent personal injury
Operate the vehicle in a safe and responsible manner, observing all rules of the road as well as those established by management
Be cognizant, at all times and under all circumstances, that the vehicle and its personnel are "ambassadors of goodwill" and a "moving billboard" for St. Vincent de Paul CARES
Be responsible for the cleanliness of the vehicle and the need for preventive maintenance, including oil changes
Perform other duties that may be assigned by the Manager or Assistant Manager including daily tasks and check lists
Complete daily logs and adhere to the truck maintenance schedule
Complies with all applicable training requirements
Complies with all company safety, personnel and operational policies and procedures
Complies with work schedule to ensure effective operations of Agency programs
Contributes positively as a member of a productive and cooperative team
Performs other duties as necessary to fulfill the St. Vincent de Paul CARES Mission