Route-Driven Production Assistant & Truck Driver

The Salvation Army; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Production Assistant (Truck Driver) to complete driving routes for pickup and/or drop off of donations at the warehouse, assigned donation boxes, and at donor homes.

Responsibilities include safe vehicle operation, daily inspections, route planning, record-keeping, and supporting thrift store placement. You will supervise a Truck Helper and uphold professional standards within a rehabilitation program.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Valid driver’s license for assigned vehicles and acceptable DMV record. Must pass driving test.
• Must be able to lift 100 lbs.
• Must be able to read maps and plan and prioritize daily route coverage.
• Must be able to use Ipad with GPS, texting and truck inspection report.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the security and safe operation of the vehicle and other assigned equipment. Promptly report, to immediate supervisor, all accidents involving truck, personal injury, or property damage and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Perform daily walk around inspection of vehicle, checking air, water, oil and other items to maintain equipment in good operating condition. Report any problems immediately to the supervisor.
• Ensure truck cab and box are clean and personal items are removed daily.
• Plan daily routing based on pick-ups assigned and make all calls scheduled, including boxes.
• Responsible for developing of assigned route, including bagging or carding on both sides and across the street of each pick-up, as instructed.
• You are a personal representative of The Salvation Army. You are therefore to ensure that all customers are treated courteously, donations are accepted or refused appropriately, and the Manual for Production Assistants is strictly followed. Any problem in pickups should be reported immediately to the dispatcher.
• Maintain complete and accurate records, i.e., delivery manifests, trip log, Green Sheet, etc. Strict adherence to communication procedure and 10 codes
• Responsible for loading and unloading of truck assigned and others as requested. Take proper care to secure and safely handle goods and materials during loading and unloading. Blankets, ropes, etc., are to be used to avoid movement and damage.
• Provide assistance to Thrift Store personnel when delivering items to ensure proper placement and location within the store.
• Instruct and supervise Truck Helper under rehabilitation program, modeling good habits.
• This position will support the work therapy program component of The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Centers by providing to beneficiaries; an example of professional conduct, work habits, and supervision.
• Other duties as may be assigned by immediate supervisor and/or Administrator.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Plan routing

Safety consciousness

Job description

The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Production Assistant (Truck Driver) to complete driving routes for pickup and/or drop off of donations at the warehouse, assigned donation boxes, and at donor homes.

Responsibilities include safe vehicle operation, daily inspections, route planning, record-keeping, and supporting thrift store placement. You will supervise a Truck Helper and uphold professional standards within a rehabilitation program.