Donation Associate

Goodwill Industries of Central East Texas; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Paid training & career advancement

Weekly pay

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Goodwill Central East Texas is hiring a Donation Associate in Lufkin, TX. You'll be the first smiling face for donors, help sort treasures, and keep donations moving safely throughout the shift.

This hands-on role emphasizes great attitudes, teamwork, lifting donated items, and following safety rules. You’ll work mostly indoors with some outdoor duties, and weekend shifts are common.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated friendly customer service and donor engagement.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a team‑oriented attitude.
• Ability to lift, move and carry donated items safely.
• Ability to follow safety rules and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Welcome donors and sort treasures to keep operations moving.
• Assist unloading donations with carts or dollies.
• Provide tax receipts with a friendly thank you.
• Keep the workspace clean, organized, and safe.
• Ensure items are placed in the correct areas (processing, sales, warehouse).
• Report safety concerns promptly.

Skills

People skills

Team-first mindset

Ability to lift items

Safety rules adherence

Education

No formal education required

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full-time Lufkin, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1072

WE’RE HIRING — START YOUR NEXT ADVENTUE WITH US!

At Goodwill Central East Texas, we’re more than just a workplace — we’re a community. Get ready for hands‑on experience, skill‑building opportunities, and a team that cheers you on.

Why You'll Love Working with Us

• Work that’s fast-paced, energizing, and never boring
• On-the-job training with lots of room to grow
• A team that supports and celebrates YOU
• Make a real difference in your community every day

Awesome Benefits

• Employee discounts on amazing finds
• Paid time off to rest and recharge
• Paid training & career advancement
• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• Weekly Pay

What You’ll Be Doing:

You’re the first smile people see when they donate! As a Donation Associate, you’ll welcome donors, sort treasures, and keep things moving smoothly and safely. No two days are ever the same — and we think that’s pretty awesome!

Here’s what a typical day might look like:

• Delivering 100% satisfaction to all donors and customers
• Greeting everyone with a big smile and great energy
• Helping unload donations with carts or dollies
• Offering tax receipts with a friendly ‘thank you!’
• Keeping track of how many amazing donors we meet each day
• Cleaning, pricing, and moving cool stuff to the sales floor
• Sorting goods into fun categories (think: treasure hunt!)
• Getting items to the right place (processing, sales, warehouse)
• Keeping your space clean, organized, and safe
• Reporting anything unsafe right away
• Showing up on time, ready to roll
• Following all the team rules and vibes
• Helping out with whatever keeps the mission moving

What We’re Looking For

• No formal education required — just a great attitude!
• Solid people skills and a team-first mindset
• Able to lift, move, and carry donated items
• Follows safety rules like a pro
• Works well solo or as part of our awesome crew

What to Expect

• Mostly indoors, sometimes outside
• Active, hands‑on work (no cubicles here!)
• Some weekends required — we keep things moving

Come As You Are We welcome team members from all walks of life — including those with criminal records.

Goodwill is more than just a thrift store — we’re a mission-powered organization changing lives through the power of work.

This is just a snapshot of the position — the full job description will be shared during the interview.