Truck Driver (Production Assistant) - Non CDL

The Salvation Army•Altoona, PA

12d

About The Position

The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Truck Driver (Production Assistant) to complete routes for picking up and/or dropping off donations at the warehouse, assigned donation boxes, and donors’ homes. The role supports the Center’s rehabilitation and work therapy programs by contributing to the collection and resale of donated goods and modeling professional conduct and work habits for beneficiaries. The Truck Driver also instructs and supervises a Truck Helper, who is participating in a rehabilitation program. The position is responsible for the safe operation and security of assigned vehicles and equipment, route planning and completion, accurate records and communications, and the careful handling of donations during loading, transport, and unloading. The driver represents The Salvation Army when interacting with customers and is expected to follow its procedures and dress code. Full benefits are offered to full-time employees; listed benefits include health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, pension, and paid vacation time after 90 days on an accrual basis.

Requirements

Communicate effectively.
Hold a valid driver’s license for assigned vehicles and have an acceptable DMV record.
Pass a driving test.
Be able to lift 100 lbs.
Be able to read maps and plan and prioritize daily route coverage.
Be able to use an iPad with GPS, texting, and truck inspection reporting.
Have excellent communication and customer service skills.
Have a medical card if required by city and/or state regulations.
Pass a DOT physical; failure to pass could result in immediate termination of employment.

Responsibilities

Operate and secure the assigned vehicle and equipment safely.
Report accidents involving the truck, personal injury, or property damage to the immediate supervisor promptly and complete required paperwork.
Perform daily walk-around vehicle inspections, including checking air, water, oil, and other items; report problems to the supervisor immediately.
Keep the truck cab and box clean and remove personal items daily.
Plan daily routes based on assigned pickups and complete scheduled calls, including donation boxes.
Develop assigned routes, including bagging or carding on both sides and across the street of each pickup as instructed.
Treat customers courteously, accept or refuse donations appropriately, and follow the Manual for Production Assistants.
Report pickup problems promptly 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 assigned trucks and other trucks as requested; secure and handle goods carefully to avoid movement or damage and make effective use of available space.
Assist Thrift Store personnel with item placement and related tasks, 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 and professional conduct as directed by the supervisor.
Support the work therapy program by providing beneficiaries an example of professional conduct and work habits, and supervision as directed by the supervisor.
Perform other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or Administrator.