Donation Attendant - Gilroy

Salvation Army Tucson; Gilroy (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Salvation Army Tucson is seeking dedicated individuals for the Donation Trailer operation in Gilroy, California. The role includes maintaining cleanliness, assisting donors, and sorting donations. Flexibility in scheduling, including evenings and weekends, is essential to ensure coverage across our stores.

A High School diploma or equivalent is required, along with effective communication skills and the ability to follow instructions. This position offers the chance to contribute positively to the community while working with a supportive team.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Donation Trailer/Pod.
• Maintain and clean up the area in and around the Donation trailer/pod.
• Sort and separate donated material into the proper containers.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

Essential Job Duties

Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Donation Trailer/Pod.

• 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.
• Courtously 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 (e.g., brooms, receipts, totes, carts, etc.).
• Secure and lock Donation trailer/pod at the end of each shift.
• 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, write, and understand 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.

Education

• GED or better.
• High School or equivalent or better.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.