Driver Loader/Foodbank Helper

TSA The Salvation Army TSA; Sydney; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

RRSP

Paid vacation and sick time

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Canada and Bermuda seeks a temporary part-time Driver/Warehouse Support to pick up and deliver donations, load and unload goods, and provide basic maintenance and support in our warehouse, food bank, or ministry unit. You will work in a program vehicle up to 70% of the time and ensure safe handling of all items.

Required are a high school diploma, a valid provincial driver's license with a current abstract, up to 1 year of safe driving experience, and the ability to pass

Qualifications

• Completion of High School Diploma.
• Criminal Background Check and Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to The Salvation Army.
• Up to 1 year of safe driving experience.
• Valid full Driver’s License for the province; provide driver’s abstract as required.

Responsibilities

• Pickup and deliver donations using Salvation Army vehicle; load and unload goods.
• Drive safely and maintain vehicle and logs; ensure security of the vehicle and equipment.
• Provide basic maintenance and cleaning of the vehicle and equipment.
• May assist with unloading, sorting, packing and distribution of donations.
• Coordinate with caseworkers or supervisors for food hampers and client deliveries.

Skills

Safe driving

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Independent & team work

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Who We Are 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.

Mission Statement 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.

Job Description: POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY: This position provides pick-up and/ or delivery services to and from donors, clients or customers through application of safe driving and material handling procedures (as a relief or secondary driver) as well as provide basic general support and Maintenance: in a warehouse, food bank, or Ministry Unit.

Pickup and Deliveries

• Ensure safe and careful handling of all deliveries and pickups using an assigned Salvation Army (TSA) vehicle in a timely and secure manner.
• Load and unload goods at designated facilities.
• Demonstrate a pleasant manner with the public.
• Pick up supplies,donations or run any errands for the office.
• Weigh and pack away all goods (food donations) received.

Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance

• Perform circle checks of vehicle, checking air, water, oil, and other items to ensure equipment is in good working condition.
• Maintain program vehicle log and report any problems.
• Maintain complete and accurate records (mileage, fuel costs, issues encountered).
• Responsible for the security and safe operation of the vehicle and other assigned equipment.
• Program vehicle must be clean with all personal items removed daily.
• Cleaning and sanitizing of supplies and equipment used.
• Maintain knowledge of legislative and organization policies such as health and safety regulations/policies, provincial and municipal highway traffic acts.

Other duties

• May perform unloading, sorting, packing, storing, loading of donations ensuring integrity of donations are maintained.
• May sort donations for distribution based on established standards of quality and distinguishes between discarded and good quality merchandise according to policy.
• May build food hampers for the food bank and deliver them to the appropriate areas and/or provide emergency food hampers to clients as directed by caseworker or supervisor.
• May direct work of volunteers who assist in the warehouse, MU, food bank.
• May perform basic Maintenance: of/in warehouse, MU, food bank (patch painting, basic furniture repair, etc.) and assist with snow cleaning and basic groundskeeping.
• Pack food orders for the clients Maintaining the Standards and Procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This is a Temporary part time position.
• Working environment is typically in a program vehicle.
• The worker is required to drive and be involved in vehicle-related activities and tasks up to 70% of the time.
• The work requires frequent amount of standing, walking, bending, repetitive lifting, and the ability to lift up to 39 pounds with no assistance from others.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
• Alternative combination of education and Experience may be considered.

Education, Qualifications and Certifications

• Completion of High School Diploma.
• Able to provide Criminal Background Check screening and Vulnerable Sector Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.

Experience and Knowledge

• Up to 1 year of safe driving experience.
• Valid full Driver’s License for the province; an original copy of a current Driver’s Abstract that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.
• Strong navigation skills.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Skills and Capabilities

• Demonstrated safe driving practices.
• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
• Good interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional, service-oriented approach internally and externally.
• Exceptional organizational, prioritizing and time management skills.
• Self-motivated and disciplined self-starter.
• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.
• Must comply with all Salvation Army policies, procedures, and associated legislation.

This is a temporary position ending on Oct 30th 2027.

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $16.50 to $19.89 with a maximum of $23.86. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

Our employees are motivated by the fulfillment and meaning they experience as they serve people in need across Canada and Bermuda. Whether at the front-lines or in a support role, as part of our team you’ll work alongside a diverse and skilled group of purpose-driven professionals, empowered to provide exceptional service. We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental benefits, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP’s, as well as to expand our skills and advance our careers as together we build a culture of continuous learning and growth.

There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.