Holiday Kettle Driver & Coordinator

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division is seeking a Christmas Driver for Crystal Lake Corps. This part-time role supports the kettle season by transporting kettles, loading and securing them, and ensuring timely returns to the Crystal Lake location.

Responsibilities include driving Salvation Army vehicles, coordinating with program managers on equipment issues, and maintaining security of funds while fostering positive relationships with staff and bell ringers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Good driving record with one-year experience and good knowledge of roads in the bell ringing area.
• Pass TSA MVR check.

Responsibilities

• Transport kettles, lock them on the kettle stands at the beginning of the kettle day.
• Pick up kettles at the end of the kettle day.
• Safely return kettles within route time allowed to the Salvation Army in Crystal Lake.
• Drive Salvation Army owned vehicles only.
• Allow bell ringers to finish ringing before removing the kettles.
• Coordinate with Volunteer & Community Relations Manager/Corps Officers on all kettle and equipment problems that need to be addressed.
• Keep monies secure at all times.
• Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with bell ringers and store employees.
• Follow assigned weekly driving schedules. Flexibility in shift hours is required, as schedules may change weekly
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good interpersonal skills

Flexible

Leadership

Money handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division is seeking a Christmas Driver for Crystal Lake Corps. This part-time role supports the kettle season by transporting kettles, loading and securing them, and ensuring timely returns to the Crystal Lake location.

Responsibilities include driving Salvation Army vehicles, coordinating with program managers on equipment issues, and maintaining security of funds while fostering positive relationships with staff and bell ringers.