Driver Associate

People Serving People Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Company-paid life and disability

401(k) with employer contribution

Competitive PTO

Reduced parking/metro pass

Cellphone reimbursement

Reduced childcare rates

Financial wellness benefit

Chance to make a real difference

Job summary

People Serving People Inc. seeks a full-time driver/inventory associate to operate our vehicles, pick up and manage donations, and support shelter operations in Minneapolis. You will record donations, sort items for departments, and redistribute surplus goods to nonprofits.

A Class D license and DOT readiness are required, with lifting up to 75 lbs and basic computer skills. The role offers a daytime schedule, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401(k) with employer contribution, and PTO.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Two years' experience driving a delivery truck.
• One year of warehouse and inventory management.
• Able to lift 75 pounds regularly.
• Must pass pre-employment background check.
• Class D driver's license and ability to be DOT certified.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel; ability to email.
• Able to work in extreme temperatures and stand/move for 8 hours.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and record donations from donors.
• Sort and distribute donations to proper departments.
• Redistribute unneeded donations to other not‑for‑profit organizations.
• Unload and oversee distribution of all deliveries.
• Operate company vehicles safely and responsibly.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance and keep maintenance records.
• Keep company vehicles maintained.
• Assist the facilities team as needed.

Job description

About us:

People Serving People is the largest and most comprehensive emergency shelter for families experiencing homelessness in Minnesota and a dedicated leader in homeless prevention. If you want to help transform communities and see families thrive, then People Serving People is the place for you.

What do we need:

The primary focus of this position is to operate People Serving People's vehicles and pick up, unload, and manage the various types of inventory going in and out of People Serving People's Emergency Shelters and other operating locations. Must be a self-starter with the ability to work on your own reliably and with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Pick up and record donations from donors as deemed necessary by the Facilities Manager & Assistant Manager, Food Services Manager, and the Advancement Department.
• Sort and distribute donations to the proper departments.
• Redistribute unneeded donations to other not-for-profit organizations.
• Unload and oversee the distribution of all deliveries.
• Operate company vehicles safely and responsibly at all times.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance and maintain records of company vehicles.
• Keep company vehicles maintained properly.
• Assist the facilities team as needed.

Other Qualifications:

• Education Required: High School Diploma or GED
• Computer Skills: Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel. Basic computer skills, including ability to check email.
• Class D or better driver's license.
• Able to be DOT Certified and must maintain active certification at all times.
• Minimum two years' experience driving a delivery truck.
• One year of warehouse and inventory management.
• Physical ability for high mobility.
• Able to lift 75 pounds on a regular basis.
• Able to complete annual motor vehicle records checks and maintain a clean driving record.
• Able to complete a pre-employment background check.
• Be able to work in extreme temperatures.
• Physical ability for high mobility to be able to stand and move throughout 8-hour shift.
• Experience working with people from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Experience working with homeless families and/or individuals preferred.
• Authorized to operate the variety of company vehicles

Pay and Benefits:

• $25.00 per hour
• Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with employer contribution at 6 months.
• Competitive PTO program.
• Reduced cost parking or metro pass.
• Cellphone reimbursement.
• Reduced childcare rates.
• Financial wellness benefit.
• The chance to make a real difference in the community.