Christmas Driver (9371)

SALVATION ARMY; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Knoxville, TN seeks a dedicated driver to operate trucks and vans for bell ringer and kettle pickups. You will transport teams safely between malls and locations, ensuring kettles reach the Area Command and that vehicles stay clean and well-maintained.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED and at least two years of driving experience. A valid driver’s license is required, with adherence to vehicle safety standards and local regulations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum two years driving experience preferred.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks to malls and other locations to drop off and pickup Bell Ringers and kettles, returning to Area Command.
• Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle inside and outside.
• Follow safety procedures and Salvation Army standards.
• Coordinate with management and team members to organize routes efficiently.

Skills

Geographic area knowledge

Route planning

Team collaboration

Follow instructions

English reading/writing

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: KT-Maryville Corps - Knoxville, TN, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Christmas, Drives truck and/or van to drop off and pick up Bell Ringers and pick up kettles at mall(s) and other locations. Responsible for driving the truck or van to take Bell Ringers to their locations and to pick up kettles nightly to return to Area Command. Operates the truck and/or van in compliance with established Salvation Army standards and State driving regulations; lifts, carries, loads, and unloads Christmas kettles; ensures the safety, security and accountability of the vehicle and kettles at all times; assists in performing work at Area Command as requested.

Key responsibilities

• Drive trucks to and from malls and other locations to drop off and pickup Bell Ringers and kettles and return to Area Command.
• Maintains cleanliness of truck and/or van inside and outside.

• 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 management at locations.
• Ability to follow instructions.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• 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.
• 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.

What we are looking for:: Education and Experience

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

Certifications/Licenses

• A Valid Driver’s License Materials and Equipment

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