Driver & Donations Associate

Greater Rochester Habitat; Town of Canandaigua (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with 3% company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Twelve paid holidays

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Job summary

Greater Rochester Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore is hiring a ReStore Associate to assist shoppers and donors, manage donations, and work with volunteers. You will help with pricing, shelving, and customer service while supporting safe, efficient store operations.

Applicants should have a valid NYS driver’s license, retail or nonprofit experience, and strong communication. The role involves lifting up to 50 pounds and may include outdoor and driving duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid New York State Driver’s License with clean driving record.
• Passion for Habitat mission and willingness to work with volunteers.
• Experience in retail, customer service, or nonprofit settings preferred.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills; basic computer use.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with sales and information needs.
• Safely operate the ReStore box truck for donation pickups and load/unload items.
• Process and organize donations; price and move merchandise on the floor.
• Provide courteous service to donors and shoppers and answer questions.
• Support cash register operations and maintain a clean, safe store and warehouse.

Skills

Valid NYS Driver's License

Mission-driven

Retail experience

Customer service

Volunteer coordination

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

FLSA Status: non-exempt

Reports to: ReStore Manager & Assistant Manager

GENERAL

The role of the ReStore Associate is to assist with general operations of the ReStore, servicing the needs of both shoppers, donors, and volunteers. The ReStore Associate assists customers with sales and requests for information, processes and organizes donations, thanking donors for their support, and works closely with our volunteers. As an integral part of our team, this position has a significant impact on the success of our ReStores and our ability to raise funds and awareness in support of Habitat’s mission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely operate the ReStore box truck for donation pickups, demonstrating strong defensive driving skills, sound judgment, and courtesy to other drivers.
• Perform frequent physical work associated with donation pickups, including lifting, carrying, maneuvering, loading, and unloading furniture, appliances, building materials, and other large or heavy donated items.
• Safely load and secure donations in the truck to prevent injury or damage during transport.
• Work cooperatively with other staff and volunteers to safely move bulky, awkward, and heavy merchandise using appropriate equipment and lifting techniques.
• Travel to donor homes and businesses, assess donations for acceptance, and politely decline items that do not meet ReStore donation criteria.
• Complete required donation pickup paperwork, vehicle documentation, and other records accurately and promptly.
• Provide courteous and professional service to donors during pickups, thanking them for their support and explaining how their donations help advance Habitat's mission in the local community.
• Receive, unload, process, price, and move donated merchandise throughout the warehouse and sales floor.
• Maintain inventory on the sales floor, including regularly moving and rearranging furniture and other merchandise to create a safe and inviting shopping environment.
• Provide exceptional customer service to shoppers and donors and foster a welcoming ReStore atmosphere.
• Answer customer and donor questions in person, by phone, and via email promptly and courteously.
• Support cash register operations and other sales‑floor functions as needed.
• Assist with housekeeping and general maintenance of the store, warehouse, donation receiving areas, and vehicles.
• Help maintain a safe working and shopping environment by consistently following safe work practices and providing safety guidance to volunteers, particularly when moving heavy or bulky merchandise.
• Build positive working relationships with a diverse group of volunteers, providing direction, encouraging teamwork, and helping create a collaborative environment.
• Perform other ReStore duties as needed to support store operations, donation pickups, and the overall mission of Greater Rochester Habitat for Humanity.

Additional Duties

• Participate in fundraising and events.
• Act as an ambassador to promote the mission and values of Habitat for Humanity.
• Assist with maintaining building safety and accessibility, including sidewalk snow removal.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match (3%)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) includes vacation and sick time, and accrues at these rates (based on hours worked; prorated for those working less than 40 hours worked per week):
  • 1st year of employment: 12 days per year
  • 2nd through 4th year: 20 days per year
  • 5th through 9th year: 25 days per year
  • 10th year and beyond: 30 days per year
• Twelve paid holidays to celebrate
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO): Additionally, we find value in each of us making our own positive impacts in our communities. We will pay you to volunteer a day per year to get involved and make a difference!

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid New York State Driver’s License and clean driving record (CDL not required).
• Enthusiasm for the mission and vision of Greater Rochester Habitat for Humanity.
• Experience in retail, customer service, or non‑profit work preferred.
• Customer Service Mindset
• Experience working with volunteers a plus.
• Self‑motivated, reliable, and a team player.
• Good problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Work Environment:

• Works in retail store and warehouse environment, as well as outdoors and on the road (driving), during inclement weather, heat, and humidity. Noise levels will be loud at times.

Physical Demands:

• Sitting, walking, and/or standing for extended periods.
• Climbing, bending, and kneeling.
• Regularly moving up to 50 pounds individually, and heavier items with assistance.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.