Truck Driver

The Salvation Army Syracuse ARC•Binghamton, NY

About The Position

The Truck Driver is responsible for the security and safe operation of an assigned vehicle and related equipment, including daily inspections, maintenance reporting, routing, pickups, deliveries, and accurate recordkeeping. The role represents The Salvation Army when interacting with customers and handling donations, and requires courteous service and adherence to the “Manual for Production Assistants,” communication procedures, and 10 codes. The driver loads and unloads materials safely, secures goods during transit, assists Thrift Store personnel with delivery placement and related tasks, and instructs and supervises a Truck Helper. The position supports The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Centers’ work therapy program by modeling professional conduct and good work habits for beneficiaries. Other duties may be assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or Administrator.

Requirements

Maintain a professional appearance in compliance with the company dress code.
Follow the “Manual for Production Assistants,” communication procedures, and 10 codes.
Maintain complete and accurate delivery manifests, trip logs, Green Sheets, and other records.
Safely operate and inspect the assigned vehicle and equipment.
Safely load, unload, secure, and handle goods and materials.

Responsibilities

Ensure the security and safe operation of the assigned vehicle and equipment.
Promptly report accidents involving the truck, personal injury, or property damage to the immediate supervisor and complete required paperwork.
Perform daily walk-around vehicle inspections, checking air, water, oil, and other items; report problems immediately to the supervisor.
Keep the truck cab and box clean and remove personal items daily.
Plan daily routes based on assigned pickups and make all scheduled calls, including boxes.
Develop assigned routes, including bagging or carding on both sides and across the street from each pickup, as instructed.
Treat customers courteously, appropriately accept or refuse donations, and follow the “Manual for Production Assistants.”
Report pickup problems immediately to the dispatcher.
Maintain a professional appearance in compliance with the company dress code.
Maintain complete and accurate records, including delivery manifests, trip logs, and Green Sheets.
Follow communication procedures and 10 codes.
Load and unload the assigned truck and other trucks as requested; safely handle and secure goods and materials.
Use blankets, ropes, and other materials to limit movement, prevent damage, and make optimum use of available space during transit.
Assist Thrift Store personnel with delivery placement and location, 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 good work habits while recognizing the helper’s participation in a rehabilitation program.
Support the Adult Rehabilitation Centers’ work therapy program by providing beneficiaries with an example of professional conduct, work habits, and supervision as directed by the supervisor.
Perform other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or Administrator.