ReStore Donations Truck - Driver Helper

Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading nonprofit organization as a Donations Pick-Up Truck Driver Helper. This role involves assisting in the collection of donations, ensuring safe transportation, and providing excellent customer service. You'll work closely with the driver and the ReStore team to support affordable housing initiatives in the community. Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and a chance to make a positive impact.

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage

Generous PTO

Full benefits package

Opportunities to grow

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Physical ability to lift and move heavy items (up to 50 lbs).
• Previous experience in a warehouse, moving, or logistics role is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Donations Pick-Up Truck Driver in navigating to scheduled donation pick-up locations.
• Load and unload donations, ensuring safe handling and proper care of items.
• Interact courteously with donors, providing excellent customer service.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building homes, communities, and hope. Our ReStores provide funding for this mission by selling donated home improvement items, furniture, and more. Every role within our organization supports this critical work, helping families achieve affordable housing.

Position Summary

We’re seeking a reliable and motivated Donations Pick-Up Truck Driver Helper to assist in collecting donations from our community supporters. As the Driver Helper, you’ll partner with the driver to load, unload, and transport donated items safely and efficiently. This role is essential to ensuring donations reach our ReStores and contribute to our mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Donations Pick-Up Truck Driver in navigating to scheduled donation pick-up locations.
• Load and unload donations, ensuring safe handling and proper care of items.
• Interact courteously with donors, providing excellent customer service and representing Habitat’s values.
• Secure donations in the truck to prevent damage during transit.
• Help maintain a clean and organized truck for safe and efficient operations.
• Collaborate with the ReStore team to process donations upon arrival.

Schedule

• General work hours are 7:30am-4:30pm, Monday through Friday.
• Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.

Requirements

• Physical ability to lift and move heavy items (up to 50 lbs or more) regularly.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills for assisting the driver and interacting with donors.
• A positive attitude and a commitment to Habitat for Humanity’s mission and values.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and tasks as needed.
• Previous experience in a warehouse, moving, or logistics role is a plus but not required.

Benefits And Perks

• Competitive hourly wage
• Generous PTO
• Full benefits package available first of the month after start date
• Opportunities to grow within a mission-driven organization
• A chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of families and communities
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

Apply Today!

If you’re ready to contribute to a meaningful cause and enjoy a dynamic, hands-on role, we’d love to hear from you! Join Habitat for Humanity and help us build a community where everyone has a decent place to live.