Donation Pickup & Delivery Driver (Local Routes)

salvarmycareers; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, dental, &

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Des Moines, IA is hiring a Donation Pickup & Delivery Driver for local routes. The role offers $18.00 per hour, full-time schedule (40 hours/week), and a comprehensive benefits package.

The position requires a high school diploma, at least two years of licensed driving experience, and successful DOT drug/background checks. Responsibilities include transporting donations, following routes, maintaining trucks, and providing excellent donor service.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent.
• Two years licensed driving experience.
• Pass pre-employment DOT screen, drug test, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Follow scheduled routing procedures efficiently.
• Drive Salvation Army truck for pickups and deliveries.
• Ensure security and safe handling of all goods and materials.
• Perform daily pre and post-trip inspections of vehicles.
• Maintain equipment in excellent working order.
• Comply with all DOT and OSHA regulations.
• Train and certify new production assistants.
• Use DSS program and assigned iPad apps effectively.
• Support beneficiaries in work therapy goals through training and mentoring.
• Handle loading and unloading of trucks as needed.
• Wear all assigned PPE including gloves, masks, and back guard.
• Report any safety or security concerns immediately.

Skills

English communication

Driving experience

Basic computer skills

Education

High School degree

Job description

Donation Pickup & Delivery Driver (Local Routes)

Location: Des Moines, IA
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:40 hours per week, Monday - Saturday mostly 1st shift but flexible scheduling required
Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and hearing coverage
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid basic long-term disability coverage
• Optional voluntary life, short-term disability, and enhanced long-term disability coverage
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Employer-funded pension plan for eligible employees

About the Role

At The Salvation Army Thrift Store, your work helps turn donations into funding for programs that support people in our community. We're seeking a professional and courteous driver to transport materials to and from specified destinations. This role is essential in representing The Salvation Army while providing exceptional service to our donors and maintaining efficient operations.

What You’ll Do

Transportation & Logistics

• Follow scheduled routing procedures efficiently
• Drive Salvation Army truck for pickups and deliveries
• Ensure security and safe handling of all goods and materials
• Perform daily pre and post-trip inspections of vehicles
• Maintain equipment in excellent working order
• Comply with all DOT and OSHA regulations
• Train and Certify New Production Assistants

Customer Service

• Act as a personal representative of The Salvation Army
• Ensure all donors are treated courteously and respectfully
• Communicate donation acceptance policy with donors
• Report any pickup problems to dispatcher
• Maintain professional appearance per ARC dress code

Operations Support

• Use DSS program and assigned iPad apps effectively
• Support beneficiaries in work therapy goals through training and mentoring
• Handle loading and unloading of trucks as needed
• Wear all assigned PPE including gloves, masks, and back guard
• Report any safety or security concerns immediately

Why Join Us

• Mission-driven work that supports programs in your community
• On-the-job training
• Team-oriented environment
• Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program, and more!

What You Need

Required

Education & Experience

• High School Degree or equivalent
• At least two years licensed driving experience
• Must pass pre-employment DOT screen, drug test, and background check

Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication skills in English
• Basic computer skills including payroll system
• Proficiency with mobile applications
• Basic math skills
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Professional demeanor and customer service orientation

Required Certifications

• Valid Driver's License
• Clear MVR report
Successful completion of required testing

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand, use hands, handle, feel, hear, and talk
• Frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Must regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and focus adjustment

Work Environment

• Store and warehouse environments
• Quiet to moderate noise level
• May experience dusty conditions
• Temperature fluctuations based on weather
• Flexible schedule including early shifts, late shifts, and some weekends

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are returning to work, U.S. Veterans, people with disabilities, people impacted by the justice system, and people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.