Donation Attendant - San Jose Warehouse

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 20,968 - 29,864; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory in San Jose, CA is seeking a Donation Attendant for its ARC/Donate area. The role includes maintaining the area, assisting donors, and issuing receipts for donations.

A high school diploma or GED and good communication skills are required to perform duties effectively. This full-time position offers a schedule that can include evenings, weekends, and holidays, with a need for flexible availability.

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.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and clean the donation trailer/pod area 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 on to 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 be have flexible availability for scheduling purposes.
• Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned

Skills

Effective communication

Reading and writing

Education

GED (required)

High School diploma or equivalent (required)

Job description

THE SALVATION ARMY "DOING THE MOST GOOD" SAN JOSE CA - DONATION ATTENDANT

PAY RATE: $18.45

ABOUT THE ARC

The Salvation Army (TSA) Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) is a no-fee program to assist men & 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.

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:

1. Maintain and clean up the area in and around the Donation trailer/pod at the beginning and end of each shift
2. Appear neatly and cleanly dressed in suitable clothing as per The Salvation Army dress code policy
3. Courteously assist the donor in the receipt of donated items from the donor and provide receipt
4. Maintain all reports and paperwork as instructed by Supervisor
5. Separate and sort all donated material into the proper containers, and properly stack material as instructed by the Supervisor
6. Assist TSA PA/Drivers with loading donations on to trucks as necessary
7. Inform the supervisor of needed items prior to running out (i.e.: brooms, receipts, totes, carts, etc.)
8. Must secure and lock Donation trailer/pod at the end of each shift
9. Must be have flexible availability for scheduling purposes
10. 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 75lbs. 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.

Behaviors

• Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

• Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
• Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help
• Flexibility - Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Education

• GED (required)
• High School or Equivalent (required)

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