Christmas Kettle Driver (Temporary Full-Time) -11-148- Santa Ana Temple Corps

The Salvation Army Southern California; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern California in Santa Ana seeks a Kettle Driver to support bell ringing operations this season. The role includes transporting staff/volunteers to kettle sites, loading kettles, and picking up donations from various locations.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 21, possess a valid driver’s license, and maintain a clean driving record (MVR). Reliable attendance and safe driving are essential to ensure a successful holiday effort.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must be 21 years or older to drive for TSA.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• MVR must not exceed 2 points in total and no DUI’s within last 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Transport employees/volunteers to kettle sites as needed.
• Drop off, pick up kettles and set up kettles at sites.
• Collect Christmas donations, toys, and food from assigned locations.
• Conduct pre-vehicle safety checks (tires, lights).
• Ensure kettles are secure with locks and set up when ringing begins.
• Maintain on-time attendance and perform other kettle duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver training

Safe driving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Position Summary

The Kettle Driver primary responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Employee transportation to and from assigned kettle location. Drop off, pick up, and set Kettle stands. Pick up Christmas donations from various locations

Essential Functions

• Transportation for employee/volunteers to kettle site (Only locations providing shuttles to store locations)
• If transporting passengers, ensure that all passengers seat belts secure
• Drop off / and pick up kettles following provided scheduled route
• Ensure that all Kettles are secure with lock and set up properly when dropped off for start of bell ringing shift.
• Pick up Kettles at the end of bell ringing day report and signs of tampering of Kettles when concerned.
• Collect Christmas donations toys, and food etc. from assigned locations
• Conduct pre-vehicle safety check tires, break lights etc.
• On-time regular attendance is a must
• Other duties as assigned related to Kettles

Working Conditions

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Must be 21 years of age or older to drive for TSA.
• Must have valid driver’s licenses
• MVR must not exceed 2 points in total
• MVR with no DUI’s within the last 18 months

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Ability take and pass decision driving course
• Safe and alert driver.