Community Delivery Driver — Routes, Safety & Impact

Kroc Center; Cicero (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Cicero, IL seeks a driver to load, unload, and transport materials between designated pickup and delivery points. You will plan daily routes, ensure on-time communications, and supervise helpers while upholding safety and courteous service standards.

Candidates should have driving experience, basic math and communication skills, and be able to perform physical tasks in warehouse and truck environments. Training and a road test are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read two- and three-syllable words.
• Print and speak to customers and helpers.
• Basic arithmetic with weights, volumes, distances and money.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily routing based on pickups assigned.
• Ensure calls are made as scheduled and goods are handled safely.
• Supervise a helper in a rehabilitation program.
• Develop routes including bagging on both sides and across the street.
• Maintain truck and equipment safety; perform daily inspections.
• Promptly report accidents to supervisor; ensure courteous service as a Salvation Army representative.
• Oversee behavior of truck helpers.

Skills

Language Skills

Reasoning Ability

Math Skills

Education

Two years driving experience or coaching course

Job description

The Salvation Army in Cicero, IL seeks a driver to load, unload, and transport materials between designated pickup and delivery points. You will plan daily routes, ensure on-time communications, and supervise helpers while upholding safety and courteous service standards.

Candidates should have driving experience, basic math and communication skills, and be able to perform physical tasks in warehouse and truck environments. Training and a road test are required.