Driver (6541)

The Salvation Army; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay

Life Insurance

Retirement Plans

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Miami, FL is seeking a driver to transport clients and pickups for food bank donations. Responsibilities include driving carefully, loading donations, and ensuring passenger safety throughout the week.

The ideal candidate should possess a valid driver’s license and have a high school diploma or G.E.D. Employee benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and paid time off. Join us in our mission to support the community!

Qualifications

• Two years experience operating an automotive vehicle.
• Ability to drive safely in various conditions.
• Ability to spend nights away from home for extended trips.

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation for clients to appointments.
• Load and unload donations to the food pantry.
• Drive a Salvation Army vehicle carefully.

Skills

Driving skills

Time management

Map reading

Effective communication in English

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: FLA-Miami Area Command - Miami, FL 33142
Job Category: Social Services
Schedule/Hours: M – F 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (35 hours per week)

This position is responsible for driving a Salvation Army vehicle to transport passengers to and from Salvation Army activities. The following are key responsibilities:

• Provides pick up for weekly food bank donations.
• Provides transportation for clients to and from various appointments and other agencies throughout the week.
• Loads and unloads donations from the vehicle to the kitchen and food pantry.
• Picks-up and delivers miscellaneous items as needed.
• Delivers/picks-up mail to/from the post office.
• 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.
• Performs other related work as required.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to drive a passenger vehicle ensuring the safety of passengers and protection of the vehicle.
• Ability to read and follow maps.
• Ability to gauge time needed to arrive at destination.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write and communicate the English language.
• Ability to drive a vehicle in heavy traffic and extended trips.
• Ability to spend the night away from home due to extended trips.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans and more!

What we are looking for in you

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Two years experience operating an automotive vehicle, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid State Driver's License.

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