Thrift Store Truck Driver

The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory; Burlington (NC, VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Truck Driver, where your role is essential in supporting community needs. This position involves driving a truck to collect donations and deliver merchandise, ensuring safety and accountability throughout the process. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills and the ability to lift heavy items. Enjoy a meaningful career with competitive benefits and the opportunity to make a difference in people's lives. If you are motivated by purpose and community service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Optional Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discount

Qualifications

• One year experience driving a heavy-duty truck or large van.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects frequently.

Responsibilities

• Drive a truck along scheduled routes to pick up donations.
• Ensure safety and security of the vehicle and donations.

Skills

Heavy-duty truck driving

Organizational skills

Physical strength

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Forklift

Job description

3720 S Church St, Burlington, NC 27215, USA Req #35662

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Location: Burlington, NC

Position Type: Regular Part-Time

About this opportunity:

The Salvation Army is currently looking for a Truck Driver at our Salvation Army Family Thrift Store. This position will drive a Salvation Army truck along scheduled routes to pick-up donations and/or deliver merchandise to customers.

Key responsibilities:

• Lifts, carries, loads and unloads variety of donations including furniture, appliances, clothing, etc.
• Ensures the safety, security, and accountability of the vehicle and donations at all times;
• Assists in performing work in the family store and warehouse.

What we are looking for in you:

High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred but not required,

and

One (1) year experience driving a heavy-duty truck or large van,

or

Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Required Certifications:

Valid Driver’s License

Clear driving record

Certified Fork Lift Operator

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Knowledge of the assigned geographical area.

Ability to organize pick-up tickets and to schedule route in a manner that saves time and gasoline consumption.

Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers.

Ability to sort and determine the suitability of donated items.

Ability to ensure the warehouse and dock area and equipment are maintained in a neat, orderly, and secure manner.

Ability to drive a heavy-duty truck.

Ability to meet attendance requirements.

Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.

Ability to read and follow a map and/or hand-written directions.

Ability to perform strenuous, heavy work involving the lifting and carrying of heavy objects.

Work requires riding in a vehicle daily with exposure to the outdoors where there are physical discomforts associated with changes in weather such as rain, cold, snow, heat or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

Work requires the ability to lift and carry and/or push/pull heavy (50-100+ lbs.) materials, supplies, and equipment frequently. Heavy mobility: duties are usually performed by combinations of standing, walking, climbing ladders or steps, bending, reaching, or transporting merchandise on frequent change basis relieved by fewer periods of sitting or operating a vehicle.

Employee Benefits

• 403(b)
• Optional Life Insurance; Optional Supplemental Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discount

To learn more about The Salvation Army of Alamance County, visit salvationarmyalamance.org

Why work for us?

The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army strives to do the “Most Good” for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans. Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.

Five values at the heart of everything we do…We are…

• Uplifting
• Brave
• Trustworthy

Additional Information:

All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

To apply, click on the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings. Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available). Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.

We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!

• 3720 S Church St, Burlington, NC 27215, USA