Donation Pickup Driver - SC/ Riverside Corps-13-090

Salvation Army Tucson; South Carolina; On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in South Carolina seeks a Donation Pick-up Driver to handle merchandise pickups and deliveries while reflecting the organization's values. Candidates should possess 2 years of driving experience and a valid driver's license. This role entails loading, unloading, and screening donations, as well as maintaining vehicle safety and organization. A commitment to service and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• 2 years driving experience required.
• Must maintain a current Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles for pickups and deliveries.
• Safely load and unload donated items.
• Communicate with Store managers regarding incoming donations.

Skills

Ability to understand and adhere to the Salvation Army's standards

Work independently with minimal supervision

Willingness to help others

Job description

Job Category: Drivers

Position Summary

The Donation Pick-up Driver is responsible for picking up merchandise from donors, safely loading the merchandise in the truck, returning to the Salvation Army locations, and unloading merchandise. Donation Pick-up Drivers are one of the most visible faces of our organization, and as such, must reflect the values of our organization.

Essential Functions

• Operate company vehicles to make pickups and deliveries.
• Safely load and unload donated items.
• Ensure that donations are securely loaded to prevent damage while in transit.
• Screen donations for acceptability and usability.
• Communicate with Store managers regarding incoming donations.
• Complete pre- and post-trip safety and operations checklists and documentation.
• Use navigational technology to find and follow optimal routes.
• Maintain the pantry drive-through area to keep the area organized, neat and safe for customers and employees.
• Assist with regular vehicle inspections, arranging maintenance when necessary.
• Inventory donated items as assigned.
• Pick up gifts in kind donations, including food bank.
• Seasonally, drop off and pick up Kettle’s bell ringer packages and other items for stores and other sites.

Pay Rate

Pay: $18/hour

Working Conditions

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to be able to lift up to 60lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years driving experience.
• Must maintain a current Driver's license.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Ability to understand and adhere to the Salvation Army's standards and philosophy.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to show a high degree of initiative and integrity.
• Willingness to help others and desire to be an effective team member.

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