Christmas Driver (8836)

The Salvation Army; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Lufkin, TX is seeking a Seasonal Part-Time Driver to transport bell ringers and gifts to designated locations for Christmas programs. You will operate non-DOT vans/trucks, ensure vehicle and donation safety, and support distribution events in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of driving experience, plus a valid Texas driver’s license. This role requires outdoor work in varying weather and physical activity.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of two years driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive vans or trucks (Non-DOT) to transport bells ringers and gifts to designated locations.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the vehicle and cargo at all times.
• Plan routes to meet schedule and optimize gasoline usage.
• Assist with setup and removal at distribution sites and events.
• Perform additional related duties as requested.

Skills

Driving

Route planning

Safety-conscious

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: TX-Lufkin Corps - Lufkin, TX 75901, Position Type: Seasonal Part Time, Job Category: Christmas, 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drives vans to transport bells ringers to kettle work sites and picks up bell ringers at designated work siteback 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 Christmaswarehouse 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 pickup 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 asneeded.
• 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.

MENTAL 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 organizationand its Christian principles; conducts all communications and job duties with the highest level ofprofessionalism.
• 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.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed outside with exposure to changes in weather and outdoor conditions including dirt, dust and/or disagreeable sights and odors.

What We Are Looking For in You: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED
• AND
• A minimum of two years driving experience.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid Texas Driver’s License

KNOWLEDGE, 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.

Veteran/Disabled/Equal Opportunity Employer