Kettle Driver

Salvation Army Corp; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Salvation Army Corp is seeking a Seasonal Full Time Kettle Driver in Raleigh, NC to deliver kettles and transport bell ringers between local churches and retail sites. You will follow assigned routes, check-ins with bell ringers, and report issues to the Kettle Coordinator.

This role involves driving a van/minibus and lifting moderate loads in a warehouse environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED preferred and be able to read, write, and communicate in English.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Must be able to drive a large van or minibus.
• Must be able to use a smartphone and follow map routes.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Delivers and retrieves kettles from assigned retail locations at the start and end of bell-ringing shifts.
• Provides transportation for paid bell ringers between Salvation Army church on Wake Forest Road and retail locations.
• Follows daily routes and schedules assigned by the Kettle Coordinator.
• Conducts regular check-ins with paid bell ringers to verify attendance and address issues.
• Reports concerns promptly to the Kettle Coordinator.
• Operates Salvation Army vehicles to transport donated gifts, stockings, and Christmas program items to the warehouse.

Skills

Read/write English

Drive large van/minibus

Smartphone navigation

Attendance & reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Job description

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITYSchedule/Hours: Seasonal Full Time, November and December 2026This position is responsible for:Delivers kettles to assigned retail locations within Wake County and picks up kettles at the end of each shift. Provides transportation for paid Bell Ringers to and from assigned location.Key Responsibilities:Delivers and retrieves Red Kettles from assigned retail locations at the beginning and end of bell-ringing shifts.Provides transportation for designated paid bell ringers between The Salvation Army church on Wake Forest Road and assigned retail locations.Follows daily routes and schedules assigned by the Kettle Coordinator.Conducts regular check-ins with paid bell ringers along assigned routes to verify attendance, provide support, and address any issues. Reports concerns promptly to the Kettle Coordinator.Operates Salvation Army vehicles to transport donated gifts, stockings, and other Christmas program items from churches, businesses, and designated collection sites to the Christmas warehouse.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Ability to meet attendance requirements.Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.Ability to drive a large van or minibus.Ability to use a smart phone and follow map routes.Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.Ability to perform continuous stooping, standing and climbing as well as lift and carry and/or push/pull moderate (25 – 50 lbs) and possibly heavy (50-100 lbs) materials and donations.Work is performed in a vehicle with exposure to outdoor temperatures and a warehouse with exposure to dirt, dust and/or disagreeable sights and orders.WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOUHigh School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred but not required.Or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans, Disabled