Christmas Driver

Salvation Army A Georgia Corp; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Salvation Army A Georgia Corp in Midland, TX seeks a full-time driver to operate non-DOT vans and trucks, transporting bell ringers and donations for the Christmas Angel Tree and kettle programs. You will follow routes, ensure safety and security of people and goods, and maintain vehicle cleanliness.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of driving experience and a valid Texas driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two years driving experience.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Knowledge of Salvation Army mission and operations.
• Ability to plan routes to save time and fuel.

Responsibilities

• Drives vans or trucks (Non-DOT) to assigned locations for donations and kettle transportation.
• Ensures safety, security, and accountability of the vehicle and donations at all times.
• Organizes pickup routes to meet schedule and minimize travel time.
• Maintains cleanliness of vehicle interior and exterior.
• Assists with janitorial and general cleanup as needed.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Driving experience (2+ years)

Route planning

Safety awareness

Professional image

Reading and communicating in English

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Schedule/Hours: Varies- Full- Time hoursThis position is responsible for:JOB SUMMARY:Drives vans or trucks (Non-DOT) to assigned locations for Corps/Area Command Christmas Angel Tree program donations and gifts and/or Christmas Kettle program transportation of bell ringers to designated worksites;ensures the safety, security and accountability of the vehicle and donations at all times.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:This job description should not be considered as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this job description.Drives vans to transport bells ringers to kettle work sites and picks up bell ringers at designated work site back to Corps or Area Command locations.Drives vans or trucks (Non-DOT) to and from assigned locations to pick up gifts and take to the Christmas warehouse and/or Corps;Organizes schedule pick-ups by most direct route to arrive at destinations according to schedule.Drives vans or trucks (Non-DOT) to homes, agencies, churches and any other designated location to pick up gifts, stockings, etc. for delivery to the Corps.Drives vans or trucks (Non-DOT) to and from Drive-thru and/or drop-off events at Malls or other assigned locations.Maintains cleanliness of truck and/or van inside and outside.OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:Assists with janitorial and general clean-up work at the Corps, warehouse facility or assigned location as needed.Assists with routing of traffic, when necessary, at the Corps and/or Area Command warehouse locations during Christmas Angel Tree distribution as requested.Assists with setting up trees, tables and stands for Christmas display and disassembling at the end of the Christmas Season.Performs other related work as required.MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED:Truck and/or Van Back BeltCleaning MaterialsMENTAL AND PHYSICAL ABILITIES:Ability to meet attendance requirements.Ability to read and communicate the English language effectively.Ability to operate commercial equipment.Ability to exert the physical energy required to performing duties given.Ability to perform general cleaning activities for building.Ability to safely transport employees in a van.Ability to perform all duties with an understanding of the mission, ministry, philosophy, culture, and protocol of The Salvation Army and conducts all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conducts all communications.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:High School diploma or GEDa minimum of two years driving experience.LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:Valid Texas Driver’s LicenseKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of The Salvation Army mission, philosophy, culture, protocol, and organizational structure.Knowledge of the assigned geographic area.Ability to organize route in a manner that saves time and gasoline consumption.Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers and donors.Ability to follow instructions.Ability to present a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army.Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled