Driver

The Salvation Army of Memphis & the Mid-South; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Hearing insurance

Retirement benefits

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

The Salvation Army is hiring a Truck Driver for local routes at the ARC – Adult Rehabilitation Center. The role requires safe operation of a heavy vehicle, efficient route execution, and courteous interaction with the public. A valid CDL/Driver’s license and DOT medical card are preferred.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, education assistance, and paid time off. Join a mission-driven team serving the Jacksonville area in an essential nonprofit

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• One year of experience driving a heavy-duty truck or large van or equivalent.
• Valid State Driver’s License and DOT Medical Card required/desired.

Responsibilities

• Be knowledgeable of the assigned geographic area and operate within regulations.
• Load donations on the truck in an organized manner to maximize pickups.
• Read, write, and communicate in English with the public.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and maintain safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Geographical area knowledge

Route planning

English language

Safety/compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has a job opening for Truck Driver (local routes only) in the ARC – Adult Rehabilitation Center.

We offer competitive benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Hearing Insurance plans; Group Life Insurance; Retirement Benefits; Education Assistance; and Paid Time Off.

Job Summary

Responsible for being knowledgeable of the geographical area assigned and operates the vehicle within state/federal statutes and/or guidelines. Read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public. Acquires pick-up tickets and completes route in the most efficient manner. Load donations on the truck in the most organized manner to allow as many pickups as possible on each truck load and to minimize damage/breakage. Clean and secure the vehicle and equipment; conduct daily inspections of the vehicle’s oil, water, tires, and other items of the vehicle to maintain good operating condition.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of assigned geographical area. Ability to organize pick-up tickets and to schedule route in a manner that saves time and fuel. Ability to work effectively and efficiently with a variety of personalities. Ability to read, write and effectively communicate in the English language.

Education And Experience

High school diploma or GED preferred but not required and one year of experience driving a heavy-duty truck or large van or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Licenses And Certifications

Valid State Driver’s License

Valid DOT Medical Card

Valid Commercial Driver’s License, desired but not required.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read and follow a map and/or hand-written directions. Ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public to respond to official inquiries and to make entries on reports and records. Ability to successfully work with a variety of personalities and people in a positive manner. Ability to drive a heavy-duty truck. Ability to follow DOT regulations and safety standards.

Moderate amount of strenuous physical effort required associated with sitting, walking, standing, lifting, bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, and carrying heavy objects (generally over 100 lbs.) 25-50% of work time.

Work requires driving a vehicle with exposure to the outdoors where there are physical discomforts associated with changes in weather such as rain, cold, snow, heat or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt and the like.

Additional Information

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings. Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available). Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.

We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!

Job Details

Job Family ARC-NON-EXEMPT

Job Function Property

Pay Type Hourly

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10900 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32246, USA

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