Bed & Bread Driver

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory seeks a Bed and Bread Driver to operate a box truck on a fixed route, load and serve meals, and assist with donated items. The role requires a valid Michigan Chauffeur license, Safe From Harm training, TB test, and police clearance, plus authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities include pre- and post-trip vehicle maintenance, ensuring cleanliness, recording meals served, and following schedule.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to get along with people, dependable, and good communication.
• TB Test and police clearance required; authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Drive truck on route making predetermined stops according to schedule.
• Load and unload meals on the truck.
• Prepare and respectfully serve meals to all present at the stops.
• Pick up and/or delivery of donated items using box trucks as assigned.
• Transport items needing the use of box truck.
• Complete daily maintenance check of truck and report problems to designated person.
• Maintain cleanliness of truck while on route and thoroughly clean truck after route is completed.
• Assist in picking up donated items.
• Log the number of persons served.
• Safely operate vehicle and follow all ruling road.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

People skills

Dependability

Communication skills

TB test & police clearance

US work authorization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Safe From Harm training

MDOT physical

Michigan Chauffeur license

Job description

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Position Summary

The Bed and Bread Driver is responsible for driving a truck on a designated route to make predetermined stops, loading and unloading meals, and respectfully serving meals to individuals at each stop. The role also includes the pick-up and delivery of donated items, conducting daily maintenance checks, and ensuring the cleanliness of the vehicle.

Essential Responsibilities

• Drive truck on route making predetermined stops according to schedule


• Load and unload meals on the truck


• Prepare and respectfully serve meals to all present at the stops


• Pick up and/or delivery of donated items using box trucks as assigned


• Transport items needing the use of box truck


• Complete daily maintenance check of truck and report problems to designated person


• Maintain cleanliness of truck while on route and thoroughly clean truck after route is completed


• Assist in picking up donated items


• Log the number of persons served


• Safely operate vehicle and follow all ruling road


• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Ability to get along with people


• Dependability


• Good communication skills


• TB Test and police clearance required


• Authorization to work in the United States

Computer Skills

• Basic computer skills required

Certificates and Licenses

• Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed


• Valid Michigan Chauffeur license and approved by The Salvation Army MVR


• Pass an MDOT physical