Truck Driver

Goodwill SOLAC • Long Beach, CA

3d

About The Position

The Truck Driver operates company trucks to transport donated goods and merchandise between the distribution center, stores, ADCs, residences, and businesses. The role includes picking up donations, delivering goods to the dock and merchandise to stores, and serving as a material handler by loading and unloading the truck. The driver is also responsible for the safety and condition of the truck, material handlers, and themselves, and for completing required daily vehicle inspections and reporting unsafe conditions.

Requirements

• One to two years of experience driving a Bobtail/Straight Truck 24 feet or more.
• Previous position demonstrating knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to the operation of a Bobtail truck.
• Ability to read and write in English and understand complex instructions.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to the operation of a Bobtail truck.
• Fluent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to supervise a material handler or driver helper when applicable.
• Ability to work courteously and professionally with the public.
• Ability to maintain consistent performance and standards related to material handling.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Valid California Driver’s License, clean driving record, current DMV printout, and insurability.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• General knowledge of the area and ability to route and read a map.
• Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

• Drive company trucks to designated locations.
• Pick up donations from residences, businesses, ADCs, and stores.
• Deliver donated goods to the dock and merchandise to stores.
• Load and unload the truck and supervise material handlers during loading, unloading, and deliveries.
• Ensure the safety of the truck, material handlers, and self; report unsafe conditions.
• Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and ensure the truck is in safe, proper working condition.
• Meet deadlines and respond to special needs.
• Attend department and safety meetings as required.
• Cooperate with the Transportation Manager, Commercial Operations Division Director, co-workers, and the public.
• Maintain responsibility for the quantity and quality of work performed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed