Donation Attendant Store - Colonial Heights

City of Lincoln; Colonial Heights (VA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia is seeking a Donation Attendant to support customer service and the efficient processing of donated goods at our Colonial Heights location. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy in sorting, and maintaining a positive public image through proper dress and conduct.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, no prior experience, and willingness to undergo a criminal background check.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• No prior experience required.
• Must pass criminal background check.
• Evenings and/or weekends availability required.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, courteous service to customers and donors.
• Assist donors with unloading their vehicle, ensuring no damage to cars.
• Accurately presort donations by category and label accordingly.
• Safely load trailers.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area for safety.
• Report security and theft concerns promptly to supervision.
• Follow department policies and procedures.
• Communicate issues with supervisor clearly and promptly.
• Adhere to dress code and personal hygiene standards.
• Exercise sound judgement in customer interactions.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Location 1500 Boulevard,Colonial Heights, VA, 23834,United States
• Base Pay $13.00 - $13.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Full Time

Contact information

• Name Talent Acquisition
• Phone [phone]

Position Summary

Contribute to the mission of Goodwill by assisting customers with donated goods. Responsible for the timely, accurate and safe pre-sorting of donations.

Essential Duties

(Other duties within the scope of this position may be assigned.)

• 1. Provide prompt, efficient, and courteous service to all customers, internal and external.
• 2. Assist customers with their donations by promptly greeting every donor and assisting them in unloading their vehicle, being very careful not to damage their car.
• 3. Accurately presort donations by category and label donations accordingly.
• 4. Safely, efficiently and accurately load trailers.
• 5. Maintain a clean and organized work environment to ensure safe working area for associates and customers.
• 6. Ensure the security of company assets. Immediately report known or suspected security and/or theft problems (internal/external).
• 7. Know and adhere to department policies and procedures.
• 8. Communicate directly and consistently with supervisor, relating problems with the donation area and customers.
• 9. Set a positive public image by adhering to the dress code and personal hygiene standards set forth by Goodwill.
• 10. Exercise sound judgment when dealing with customers, making decisions that positively affect both customers and Goodwill.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The associate in this position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Education/Experience/Certificates/Security Clearance

• High School Diploma or GED preferred. Will consider a combination of education and work experience.
• No previous experience required.
• No professional certifications are required for this position.
• The associate is not required to drive as part of their job duties.
• The associate in this position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check.

Competencies

Lives the Values, Drives for Results, Customer Focus, Communication, Job Skills Knowledge

Safety Statement

Associates are required to follow Goodwill's safety rules and regulations, as outlined in Goodwill's policies.

Information Privacy and Security

This associate may have access to Confidential Information (CI) and is required to be familiar with the Goodwill Privacy policy 10.23 related to the handling of CI, and follow all related procedures required to protect the privacy and security of CI.

Physical Demands/Work Environment/Work Conditions

• The associate is required to lift up to 50 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• The associate works in a moderate work environment with occasional exposure to extreme atmospheric conditions (temperature, noise, fumes, dust, etc.).
• The associate must be available to work evenings and/or weekends as business needs dictate.

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia is anEqualOpportunity/AffirmativeAction employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation or have questions regarding the listed compensation , please contact the recruiting team at Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia at 804-745-6300 or via email at [e-mail]. All information you provide will be keptconfidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

DONATION ATTENDANT FT TO WORK 4 WEEK SET ROTATIONAL SCHEDULE TO INCLUDE DAYS, NIGHTS, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS. SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGES DUE TO CHANGE IN BUSINESS AND OR HOLIDAY HOURS ( EVERY OTHER SUNDAY 9-6)