Warehouse Support Worker

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory•Courtenay, BC

10d•CA$18 - CA$24•Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Requirements

Must have completed some High School.
Must hold or obtain a recent Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Check, satisfactory to TSA.
Must receive clearance from TSA Abuse Registry Check.
Required to complete WHMIS training annually.
Required to complete Praesidum Academy training modules relevant to position.
Energetic, takes initiative, team player, organized and productive.
Creative and flexible with the ability to adapt based on team, program, and service needs.
Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.

Nice To Haves

Prior related experience, including in a warehouse or thrift store setting, is an asset.
Current certification in First Aid / CPR, or willingness to obtain, is an asset.
Current certification for Forklift operation, or willingness to obtain, is an asset.

Responsibilities

Processes raw materials by unloading, sorting, packing, storing, loading, and bailing the donations; protecting the integrity of the donations.
Selects donations for store distribution, meeting established standards of quality and distinguishing between discarded and good quality merchandise according to company standards.
Meets assigned daily targets; counts, weighs and records incoming and outgoing donations.
Complies with all safety procedures and in/outdoor tidy maintenance guidelines.
Performs janitorial duties as requested.
May operate warehouse equipment, if trained/certified as required, such as baler, compactor, forklift.
Responsible for the safekeeping of thrift store supplies and equipment for business use.
Contributes to the safety of staff and customers (e.g. snow removal, clear fire exits, no obstacles inside/outside store/warehouse, cleans spillage).
Universal precautions: wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) as required, including gloves/glasses. Workers on the truck and/or are required to move furniture must wear steel-toed footwear.