Driver

Salvation Army; Waco, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

The Salvation Army, Waco, TX, is seeking a Full Time Driver/Donations Associate to operate the Salvation Army truck, perform scheduled donation pickups, and deliver merchandise to customers.

You will organize routes to save time and fuel, prepare donation receipts, maintain vehicle and warehouse areas, assist donors and customers, and uphold the organization’s positive image.

This position requires valid driver's license, physical ability to lift heavy items, and work in outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the assigned geographical area.
• Ability to organize pick-up tickets and schedule routes to save time and gasoline consumption.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers.
• Ability to present a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army.

Responsibilities

• Drives Salvation Army truck along scheduled route to pick-up donations and/or delivery merchandise to customers.
• Reviews scheduled pick-ups to ensure they are scheduled for the correct day of the week and geographical location.
• Organizes scheduled pick-ups by most direct routes to save time and fuel consumption.
• Drives to the dump and metal recycling center to dispose of non-useable donations and other trash items.
• Drives carefully and observes/complies with all traffic signs and road/weather conditions to ensure the safety of passengers.
• Parks vehicle in a safe and clearly marked parking space.
• Locks vehicle doors when vehicle is not in use.
• Arrives at destination according to schedule or telephones ahead when severe delays occur.
• Lifts and stacks donations in the truck; unloads/loads truck.
• Prepares donation receipts for customers; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same.
• Maintains good relationships with donors to promote a favorable image of The Salvation Army.
• Places and arranges furniture, appliances, books or other heavy items in the store as directed.
• Inspects donated items briefly to ensure they can be used according to established policies and procedures; explains policy to customers regarding the types of items that can be accepted.
• Delivers appliances and furniture purchased by customers.
• Ensures the truck meets the scheduled maintenance and performs operator’s maintenance in accordance with established standards.
• Fuels vehicle in accordance with state gasoline regulations and The Salvation Army standards.
• Logs all mileage on standard forms; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same.
• Assists with the baling of rags and storage of the same.
• Assists in cleaning and maintaining the warehouse and loading dock area.
• Picks up trash and debris surrounding the grounds as requested.
• Assists customers in carrying purchased/ donated items in/out of the store.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Geographical knowledge

Route planning

Teamwork

Professional image

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: TX-Waco TS - Waco, TX 76710 Position Type: Full Time Regular Education Level: High School Diploma/GED Job Shift: Day Job Category: Store

Driving Responsibilities (45%)

• Drives Salvation Army truck along scheduled route to pick-up donations and/or delivery merchandise to customers.
• Reviews scheduled pick-ups to ensure they are scheduled for the correct day of the week and geographical location.
• Organizes scheduled pick-ups by most direct routes to save time and fuel consumption.
• Drives to the dump and metal recycling center to dispose of non-useable donations and other trash items.
• Drives carefully and observes/complies with all traffic signs and road/weather conditions to ensure the safety of passengers.
• Parks vehicle in a safe and clearly marked parking space.
• Locks vehicle doors when vehicle is not in use.
• Arrives at destination according to schedule or telephones ahead when severe delays occur.

Donations Pick-Ups and Deliveries Responsibilities (45%)

• Lifts and stacks donations in the truck; unloads/loads truck.
• Prepares donation receipts for customers; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same.
• Maintains good relationships with donors to promote a favorable image of The Salvation Army.
• Places and arranges furniture, appliances, books or other heavy items in the store as directed.
• Inspects donated items briefly to ensure they can be used according to established policies and procedures; explains policy to customers regarding the types of items that can be accepted.
• Delivers appliances and furniture purchased by customers.

Vehicle Maintenance Responsibilities (10%)

• Ensures the truck meets the scheduled maintenance and performs operator’s maintenance in accordance with established standards.
• Fuels vehicle in accordance with state gasoline regulations and The Salvation Army standards.
• Logs all mileage on standard forms; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same.

Other Responsibilities

• Assists with the baling of rags and storage of the same.
• Assists in cleaning and maintaining the warehouse and loading dock area.
• Picks up trash and debris surrounding the grounds as requested.
• Assists customers in carrying purchased/ donated items in/out of the store.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Materials and Equipment

• Salvation Army Trucks Balers

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the assigned geographical area.
• Ability to organize pick-up tickets and to schedule route in a manner that saves time and gasoline consumption.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers.
• Ability to present a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write and communicate the English language effectively.
• Ability to read and follow a map and/or hand-written directions.
• Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.
• Ability to drive a box truck safely and in compliance with laws, policies, and regulations.
• Duties require frequent periods of physical mobility including but not limited to standing, walking, climbing, bending, squatting, and lifting. Physical duties may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of sitting.
• Extensive amount of physical effort required associated with lifting, moving, and carrying heavy objects (more than 50 lbs.) frequently.

Working Conditions

Work requires driving a vehicle daily 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.

Employee Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Affordable Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance Available
• Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Employer Paid Basic Term Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability
• Employer Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance Plans and more!

QualificationsWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or G.E.D,

Certifications

• Valid State Drivers License

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