PA Assistant 2 Class A Truck Driver

The Salvation Army; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is hiring for a driver position in Oakland, California. The ideal candidate will follow daily routing directions, manage time effectively, and handle donations with care.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record. Strong communication and customer service skills are essential for this role. Join us to make a positive impact in the community!

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Ability to operate electronic equipment for daily route.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow daily routing directions without exception.
• Manage time to complete routes within schedule.
• Ensure safe loading and unloading of trucks.
• Train and supervise truck helpers.
• Report accidents and safety infractions.
• Maintain safe driving record and comply with regulations.

Skills

Time management

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

General Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Essential Job Duties

• Follow daily routing directions and avoid going off route without exception, unless directed by the Transportation Supervisor or their designee.
• Manage time daily to ensure the route is completed within the approved work schedule. Routes are to be 100% completed each day, without exception, unless approved by the Transportation Supervisor or their designee.
• Responsible for the safe loading and unloading of the assigned trucks. Assist in the safe loading or unloading of other trucks as requested.
• Handle all donated material with safe handling procedures and assigned personal protective equipment at all times. Donations must be handled properly to ensure they return damage free to their destination.
• Train, instruct and supervise truck helpers in their WTA, keeping in mind that the helper is in a rehabilitation program and that good personal and professional work habits are taught by example, as well as by instruction.
• Responsible for Bag & Tag as instructed by Supervisor and procedure.
• All pre and post-checks must be completed daily. Any exceptions found during the pre-check inspection must be reviewed by the Transportation Supervisor prior to operating the vehicle. Any post-check exceptions must be reviewed with the Transportation Supervisor prior to clocking out for the day. All equipment on the truck must be in working order and properly secured for transport.
• As a representative of The Salvation Army, ensure that all customers are treated courteously and with good customer service. Immediately report all donor problems and concerns that occur during donation pick-ups to the supervisor, through dispatch.
• Promptly report to immediate supervisor all accidents involving a truck, personal injury, or property damage.
• Abide by all DOT regulations and state and local laws while maintaining a safe driving record. Attend all driver safety meetings as required.
• Report all infractions of safety procedures to the Transportation Supervisor.
• Adhere to all meal and rest breaks per state law and company policy.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned, from time to time, by the Transportation Supervisor, Director of Production or their designated representatives.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Clean Driving Record.
• Strong time management and customer service skills.
• Ability to operate electronic equipment used for daily route information.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
• Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, clothing carts, merchandise carts, rolling clothing racks, fixtures, furniture dollies, platform trucks and carts, hand trucks and miscellaneous carts.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to lift up to 100lbs.
• Ability to perform various repetitive motion tasks.