Christmas Driver

Salvation Army; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Henderson, KY is seeking a dedicated driver to support our Christmas gift program. You will operate a truck/van to collect gifts from malls, homes, agencies and churches, and transport them to the Christmas warehouse. You will also assist with warehouse setup and display arrangements as needed.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 100 lbs. Daily outdoor work and adherence to safety standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to lift and move items up to 100 lbs.
• Two years of driving experience required.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks to malls to pick up gifts and transport to the Christmas warehouse.
• Drive to homes, agencies, churches to pick up gifts and stockings.
• Load and unload gifts and assist with warehouse setup.
• Maintain vehicle safety and comply with regulations.

Job description

This position is responsible for:Drives truck and/or van to mall(s) to pick up gifts and take them to the Christmas warehouse. Responsible for driving the truck and/or van to and from homes, agencies and churches to pick up gifts, stockings, etc. Loads and unloads gifts from the truck to the warehouse. Operates the truck and/or van in compliance with established Salvation Army standards and State driving regulations; lifts, carries, loads and unloads Christmas donations, gifts, stocks, etc.; ensures the safety, security and accountability of the vehicle and donations at all times; assists in performing work at the Christmas warehouse and center as requested.Key Responsibilities:Drive trucks to and from malls to pick up gifts and take to the Christmas warehouse, organizing scheduling pick-ups by most direct route to arrive at destinations according to schedule.Drives trucks to homes, agencies, churches and any other designated location to pick up gifts, stockings, etc. to take to the Christmas warehouse.Assist with setting up trees, tables and stands for Christmas display and disassembling at the end of the Christmas Season.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Ability to meet attendance requirements.Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.Ability to operate commercial equipment,Ability to exert the physical energy required to performing duties given,Ability to perform continuous stooping, standing and climbing as well as lift and carry and/or push/pull moderate (25 – 50 lbs) and possibly heavy (50-100 lbs) materials and donations.Work requires driving a vehicle daily with exposure to the outdoors where there are physical discomforts associated with changes in weather such as rain, cold, snow, heat or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.A High School diploma or GED ANDA minimum of two years driving experience. ORAny equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Licenses and Certifications:A Valid Drivers LicenseEqual Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled