Box Truck Driver

Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee, Inc.; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee, Inc. is seeking a driver to move donated goods and other merchandise using company vehicles at the Cockrill Bend-Transportation location.

Responsibilities include driving trucks, keeping cabs clean, mentoring a driver helper, and adhering to all safety policies and regulations. The role requires DOT compliance, loading/unloading duties, and timely communication with supervisory staff.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• One year of driving experience required.
• Knowledge of DOT requirements and ability to pass a DOT physical.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks and other vehicles as needed.
• Keep vehicles' cab clean at all times.
• Provide guidance and leadership to driver helper.
• Uphold safety and follow company policies and procedures.
• Follow all road rules and regulations.
• Complete driver pre-trip sheets and required reports.
• Load and unload trucks as needed and per policy.
• Provide feedback to supervisor on obstacles or policy violations.
• Respond to customer requests with courtesy and factual information.

Skills

DOT compliance

Effective communication

Strong organizational skills

Independent work

Dependable / conscientious

Teamwork / cooperation

Confidentiality of records

Job description

Job Summary

Support the department programs through the movement of donated goods and other merchandise with company vehicles.

Job Location

Cockrill Bend-Transportation

Job Summary

Support the department programs through the movement of donated goods and other merchandise with company vehicles.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Drive trucks and other vehicles as needed.
• Keep vehicles' cab clean at all times.
• Provide guidance and leadership to driver helper.
• Uphold the safety of the work areas and trucks by following company policies and procedures.
• Follow all rules and regulations of the road including local, state, and federal laws.
• Complete driver pre-trip sheet and other reports as required.
• Load and unload trucks as needed and in accordance with policy and procedure.
• Provide prompt accurate feedback to supervisor on any obstacles, concerns or violations of company policies.
• Respond to all customer requests with courtesy and friendliness, and in a responsible manner by giving detailed, factual information. Estimating a completion time for work requested is necessary and expected.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Be knowledgeable of and comply with all company policies and procedures, as well as legal requirements, at all times.

• Regular, reliable attendance, as defined in Goodwill’s attendance policy.

Other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications

Exceptions to minimum qualifications may be made for Clients and Transitionals that come through Goodwill’s programs based on skills and experience.

Education

Required Skills

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED equivalent required.

Experience

• One year of previous driving experience required.

Knowledge And Skills

• Able to comply with the Department of Transportation requirements and posses a clean Motor Vehicle
• Report and pass a D.O.T. physical.
• Communicate effectively and interact with persons of various backgrounds and experiences.
• Possess strong organizational skills and able to establish priorities.
• Function independently within the realms of established policies and guidelines.
• Able to be dependable and conscientious.
• Able to promote cooperation and a team environment within the department.
• Able to maintain strict confidentiality of records of persons served and supervised at all times.

Certifications and Licenses

• Class D driver’s license with F endorsement is required.

Preferred Education / Experience / Knowledge & Skills / Certifications & License

Location: Nashville, TN