Seasonal Kettle Driver & Christmas Distribution Lead

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory is seeking a part-time Christmas Assistant / Kettle Driver to support holiday operations in the Northwest. The role involves driving kettle stands on assigned routes, assisting with toy pickups and donations, and supporting distribution activities with the Family Services Director.

Responsibilities include organizing volunteers, kettle counting, ensuring supplies, and maintaining a neat distribution area while following safety and service standards.

Qualifications

• Valid Washington State driver's license required.
• Must pass The Salvation Army driving test and MVR check.
• Ability to lift 30–50 pounds.
• Criminal background check clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and drop off kettles six days per week on assigned routes.
• Secure kettles at day end.
• Ensure kettle workers have daily supplies.
• Instruct kettle workers and ensure breaks and lunches.
• Report kettle worker hours to CO.
• Report kettle counts each morning to participate in kettle counting.
• Immediately report concerns regarding workers, equipment or location logistics.
• Bring items to kettle locations when needed.
• Inventory and sort all kettle supplies as directed.
• Prepare a kettle inventory for CO, indicating additions or repairs for next season.
• Organize Christmas distribution area and volunteers.
• Organize gifts and items as donors return.
• Organize excess and unmarked gifts/clothes to ensure each child has gifts.
• Ensure family gift bags are complete and sealed.
• Deliver tags to companies participating in Angel Tree as needed.
• Pick up toys from Angel Trees as needed.
• Keep distribution area neat and dispose of trash daily.
• Inventory and sort remaining toys after distribution.
• Assist in putting away equipment and furnishings used for distribution.
• Any other duty as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Driving test

MVR check

Criminal background check

Lifting 30–50 lbs

Job description

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory is seeking a part-time Christmas Assistant / Kettle Driver to support holiday operations in the Northwest. The role involves driving kettle stands on assigned routes, assisting with toy pickups and donations, and supporting distribution activities with the Family Services Director.

Responsibilities include organizing volunteers, kettle counting, ensuring supplies, and maintaining a neat distribution area while following safety and service standards.