Truck Driver (9045)

The Salvation Army•Laurel, MS

20d

About The Position

This part-time position drives a Salvation Army truck on scheduled routes to pick up donations and/or deliver merchandise to customers. The driver operates the truck in accordance with Salvation Army standards and state driving regulations, and is responsible for the safety, security, and accountability of the vehicle and donations. The role also involves lifting, carrying, loading, and unloading donations such as furniture, appliances, and clothing, as well as assisting with work in the thrift store and warehouse. The position is allocated 58 hours biweekly, or 29 hours weekly. The role also includes custodian duties, such as cleaning and sanitizing restrooms and other areas, maintaining kitchen and dining spaces, handling trash, setting up meeting rooms, and monitoring and replacing light bulbs as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred but not required.
One year of experience driving a heavy-duty truck or large van, or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid state driver's license.
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Ability to read and follow a map and/or handwritten directions.
Ability to perform strenuous, heavy work involving lifting and carrying heavy objects.
Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, and standing, with some climbing.
Ability to drive a heavy-duty truck.
Ability to use cleaning materials and chemicals.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with the Dispatcher about scheduled donation pickups in accordance with established policy.
Review scheduled pickups for the correct day and geographical location.
Plan pickup routes to use direct routes and reduce time and fuel consumption.
Assist the Truck Helper with lifting and stacking donations in the truck.
Prepare accurate and complete donation receipts for customers.
Drive the Salvation Army truck to pick up donations and/or deliver merchandise while following organizational standards and state driving regulations.
Maintain the safety, security, and accountability of the vehicle and donations.
Lift, carry, load, and unload donated items, including furniture, appliances, and clothing.
Assist with work in the thrift store and warehouse.
Clean and sanitize bathrooms, including sinks and toilets; polish mirrors and replenish supplies.
Sweep, vacuum, and mop floors; clean windows; and dust and polish furniture.
Clean the kitchen and dining area, wash dishes, clean and defrost the refrigerator, and clean stoves and ovens.
Stock and sort pantry items.
Empty trash cans and collect trash from the grounds.
Assist with meeting-room setup, including arranging tables and chairs, placing ice in glasses, and setting out drinks.
Monitor light fixtures and replace bulbs as needed.