Outreach Center Warehouse Assistant

Light Of Life Rescue Mission; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Light of Life Rescue Mission is seeking an Outreach Center Warehouse Assistant to support daily operations in Pittsburgh. The role includes cataloging donations, managing inventory, and mentoring staff and volunteers. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma and substantial driving experience, along with strong customer service skills.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan with match program

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-10 years' driving experience required.
• Furniture delivery experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift large objects like furniture and appliances.

Responsibilities

• Catalog gifts in kind donations and enter them into inventory.
• Safely operate all warehouse and moving equipment.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly facility.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Driving Safety Principles

Ability to lift large objects

Knowledge of substance abuse issues

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid PA Driver's license

Tools

Dolly

Pump Jack

Power Jack

Job description

Since 1952, Light of Life Rescue Mission has been a safe refuge for homeless and hurting people in the Pittsburgh area. Our Outreach Center provides food, furniture, clothing and other household goods to individuals and families coming out of homelessness. This new operation seeks an Outreach Center Warehouse Assistant to assist in daily operations.

We believe each person is created uniquely by God,
and therefore, is endowed with value and dignity.
Light of Life is committed to building a staff community
that reflects the diversity of His creation.
~ Jerrel Gilliam, Executive Director

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Catalog all gifts in kind donations and enter them into inventory.
2. Restore and repair furniture donations.
3. Produce and maintain accurate documentation.
4. Execute pick lists and other applicable documents to fill orders.
5. Assist on dock or throughout warehouse when applicable.
6. Safely operate all warehouse and moving equipment.
7. Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly facility and accurate inventory.
8. Mentor others, including junior staff, volunteers, and interns throughout the year.

Due to the interface with the clients, all jobs at Light of Life require employees to:

• Walk alongside clients as a disciple of Christ and share the Gospel through actions and words.
• Establish mutual trust and create a safe, authentic environment so that the clients continue to mature in Christ.
• Resolve all issues in ways that promote the principles of Light of Life while following the processes described in the staff manual.
• Practice effective stewardship of all resources.
• Model personal responsibility, accountability, timely reporting and a self-evaluative lifestyle.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum high school diploma or GED
• Valid PA Driver's license and clean driving record
• 7-10 years' driving experience
• Furniture delivery experience preferred

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to lift large objects like furniture and appliances
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment including dolly, pump jack, power jack, and/or other material handling equipment
• Strong customer service and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of General Driving Safety Principles
• Knowledge of substance abuse issues and recovery helpful

Light of Life Ministries Inc offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and other valuable benefits, which begin the first of the month following employment. Light of Life also offers a retirement plan with match program after 6 months of employment.

All applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter with their resume.

Light of Life is committed to maintaining a drug-free community. Due to the nature of our ministry serving some who struggle with issues of addiction or drug abuse, our staff may not use or consume controlled substances like marijuana, even when prescribed by a physician.