Production Assistant (Driver)

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading non-profit organization as a Production Assistant (Driver) where you will be responsible for driving, ensuring the safe handling of goods, and providing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and have a valid driver's license. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional development and a chance to make a genuine impact in your community.

Benefits

Opportunity to make a positive impact in your community

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• At least two years licensed driving experience required.
• Must pass pre-employment DOT screen and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Drive Salvation Army truck for pickups and deliveries.
• Perform daily pre and post-trip inspections of vehicles.
• Comply with all DOT and OSHA regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Manual dexterity

Customer service orientation

Education

High School Degree or equivalent

Job description

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• Follow scheduled routing procedures efficiently
• Drive Salvation Army truck for pickups and deliveries
• Ensure security and safe handling of all goods and materials
• Perform daily pre and post-trip inspections of vehicles
• Comply with all DOT and OSHA regulations
  
  

Key Responsibilities

Transportation & Logistics

• Follow scheduled routing procedures efficiently
• Drive Salvation Army truck for pickups and deliveries
• Ensure security and safe handling of all goods and materials
• Perform daily pre and post-trip inspections of vehicles
• Maintain equipment in excellent working order
• Comply with all DOT and OSHA regulations
  
  

Customer Service

• Act as a personal representative of The Salvation Army
• Ensure all donors are treated courteously and respectfully
• Communicate donation acceptance policy with donors
• Report any pickup problems to dispatcher
• Maintain professional appearance per ARC dress code
  
  

Operations Support

• Use DSS program and assigned iPad apps effectively
• Support beneficiaries in work therapy goals through training and mentoring
• Handle loading and unloading of trucks as needed
• Wear all assigned PPE including gloves, masks, and back guard
• Report any safety or security concerns immediately
  
  

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High School Degree or equivalent
• At least two years licensed driving experience
• Must pass pre-employment DOT screen, drug test, and background check
  
  

Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication skills in English
• Basic computer skills including payroll system
• Proficiency with mobile applications
• Basic math skills
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Professional demeanor and customer service orientation
  
  

Required Certifications

• Valid Driver's License
• Clear MVR report
• Successful completion of required testing
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand, use hands, handle, feel, hear, and talk
• Frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Must regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and focus adjustment
  
  

Work Environment

• Store and warehouse environments
• Quiet to moderate noise level
• May experience dusty conditions
• Temperature fluctuations based on weather
• Flexible schedule including early shifts, late shifts, and some weekends
  
  

What We Offer

• Opportunity to make a positive impact in your community
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive work environment
• Comprehensive benefits package
  
  

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Other

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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