Driver Full Time

Rescue Mission of Roanoke Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rescue Mission of Roanoke Inc. is seeking a Distribution & Recycling Center Driver to pick up donations and deliver them to thrift stores. The role requires driving a box truck or van and assisting in the DRC warehouse as needed.

The position is full-time with typical hours 8am–5pm, Monday through Friday, with weekends as needed. A valid driver’s license and basic computer skills are required to support daily operations and communication with partners.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to use email, internal systems and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Pick up donations from community partners/residents.
• Deliver donations to thrift stores for processing.
• Assist in the Distribution & Recycling Center (DRC) warehouse as needed.
• Drive a box truck and van; maintain safe driving record.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Written & verbal communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Email

Internal systems

Basic computer skills

Job description

Who We Are

Since 1948, The Rescue Mission of Roanoke has been on the mission of “Helping Hurting People in Jesus’ Name.” The Mission nourishes the mind, body, and spirit, through dedicated team members and volunteers that extend the compassion of Christ to our neighbors in need.

We are a non‑profit, faith based, equal opportunity employer.

Distribution & Recycling Center Driver (DRC)

serve to pick up donations from community partners and/or residents to be processed, sorted, and distributed to the appropriate location(s). Delivers donations to thrift stores for processing. Assist in the Distribution & Recycling Center (DRC) warehouse as needed. Must be able to drive a box truck and van.

Reports to: Director of Retail Operations

Hours of Availability

Full-Time with typical schedule between 8am – 5pm; Monday – Friday; weekends as needed

Location s: Distribution & Recycling Center (warehouse setting)

Compensation: $16.97/hour (non-exempt/hourly)

Our Team Members should exhibit the following

• Possess a sincere love of Christ and maintain a Christian walk that is evident of that love. Individual must be willing to adhere to The Rescue Mission of Roanoke’s Code of Ethics.
• Demonstrates a genuine interest in the safety and well-being of our guests and team members.
• Understanding of volunteer engagement and ability to utilize and appreciate volunteers in daily tasks.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to work as scheduled to include holidays and weekends as assigned.
• Strong listening, as well as written & verbal communication skills to execute instructions, keep others informed and exhibit professionalism.
• Demonstrated attention to detail/strong organizational skills to assist with multiple daily assignments and special projects.
• Ambitious to exceed expectations.

Job specific qualifications

• Valid driver’s license.
• Motor Vehicle Record – minimal points are acceptable.
• Must be able to drive a box truck and van.
• Ability to use email, internal systems, and basic computer skills.

Career Summary (not all-inclusive list)

DRC Drivers pickup donations from donors and deliver to the appropriate location. They provide proper maintenance of company vehicles; box truck and van. They must maintain a safe driving record during employment as a driver.

They assist with processing donations that are collected at the DRC or from community partners/residents. They distribute receipts, coupons, flyers and maintain the cleanliness, safety and security of the warehouse. They sort, price, and assist volunteers and co-workers with processing of goods.

All Rescue Mission of Roanoke team members may be asked to complete other duties as assigned by the leadership/management. Expectation is to complete these assignments as requested.

Physical demands essential to performing the job duties of this position (not an all‑inclusivelist)

• Prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing.
• Activity may include occasional stooping, twisting, turning, pushing, pulling.
• Prolonged computer use; computer screen exposure.
• Lift up to 50 pounds; not repetitive.
• Temperatures may vary depending on activity/events; indoor/outdoor exposure.
• Noise levels may vary depending on activity/event and/or location.
• Consistently - Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Frequent - Moving around to accomplish a task.

The Rescue Mission of Roanoke is a drug and tobacco-free workplace.

We look forward to reviewing your qualifications!