Donation Attendant - Gilroy

The Salvation Army Southern California; Gilroy (CA); On-site; USD 19,207 - 27,355; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern California in Gilroy, CA is seeking a Donation Attendant to assist in maintaining the donation area and ensuring smooth operations. You will help receive donations, keep the area clean, and assist drivers as necessary while working flexible hours based on store needs.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with effective communication skills. This role demands physical stamina, including the ability to handle up to 75 lbs.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with fellow employees and donors.
• Ability to read, write, and understand both written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and clean the area around the donation trailer.
• Assist donors with receiving donated items and provide receipts.
• Sort and stack all donated material as instructed.

Skills

Effective communication

Flexibility

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Salvation Army (TSA) Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) is a no-fee program to assist men and women in their journey to complete our rehabilitation program. We are grateful for the contributions our valued employees make toward the maintenance and effectiveness of the programs. The organization is indebted to and dependent on the diligence and devotion of its employees.

GILROY CA - DONATION ATTENDANT

PAY RATE: $16.90

THE SALVATION ARMY 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.

Essential Job Duties

• Maintain and clean up the area in and around the Donation trailer/pod at the beginning and end of each shift
• Appear neatly and cleanly dressed in suitable clothing as per The Salvation Army dress code policy
• Courteously assist the donor in the receipt of donated items from the donor and provide receipt
• Maintain all reports and paperwork as instructed by Supervisor
• Separate and sort all donated material into the proper containers, and properly stack material as instructed by the Supervisor
• Assist TSA PA/Drivers with loading donations onto trucks as necessary
• Inform the supervisor of needed items prior to running out (i.e.: brooms, receipts, totes, carts, etc.)
• Must secure and lock Donation trailer/pod at the end of each shift
• Must have flexible availability for scheduling purposes
• Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required
• Ability to communicate effectively with fellow employees and donors
• Ability to read and write and to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
• Ability to grasp, push, pull objects up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance
• Ability to perform various repetitive motion tasks

Schedule

Our stores operate 7 days per week. Work schedules are determined by Management and employee must be flexible to always ensure adequate store coverage. Full-time associates may be scheduled to work any full-time shift including evenings, weekends, and holidays.