Donation Attendant (Walker, LA)

GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA; Walker (LA); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA in Walker, LA is seeking a Donation Attendant. This full-time, entry-level role supports donors by assisting with donations, issuing receipts, and presenting a positive image of the organization.

Responsibilities include sorting donated materials, maintaining a safe work area, and delivering courteous service. Candidates should be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs; a HS diploma or GED is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Prior work experience in service industry preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• To project a positive image of Goodwill to all donors.
• To sort donated materials as instructed.
• Maintain a clean, hazard-free work environment and promote safe, courteous service to donors.
• Accept donations from the public and issue receipts.
• Present a positive image of the company through prompt, courteous service.
• Follow safety policies in the work area.

Skills

Donor interaction

Public outreach

Standing/walking

Flexible schedule

Lift heavy objects

High-stress tolerance

English literacy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Donation Attendant

Walker, LA | Full Time | Student (High School)

Responsibilities:

• To project a positive image of Goodwill to all donors.
• To sort donated materials as instructed.
• To maintain a clean, hazard-free work environment. To promote safe, efficient, courteous service to donors.
• To accept donations from the general public and issue a receipt for donations.
• To present a positive image of the Company through prompt, courteous service.
• To follow the safety policies of the Company as it pertains to the work area.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to interact cordially and productively with a variety of people.
• Must be able to market Goodwill and explain the mission to the general public.
• Must be able to engage in prolonged standing, walking and in frequent bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule on short notice, including days, nights and weekends.
• Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 25 #=s frequently and 50 #=s occasionally.
• Must be able to function in a hectic work environment with occasional periods of high stress.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly in English.

Requirements:

High School diploma or GED preferred, but not required. Prior work experience in service industry preferred but not required.

Working Conditions:

Considerable physical exertion, exposure to unfit donated goods and materials. Alternate work schedule may include working at an attended donation station with no prior notice.

Marginal Duties:

Other work-related duties as assigned.