Truck Driver

Salvation Army; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a driver to operate a heavy-duty truck on scheduled routes to pick up donations and deliver merchandise.

This role requires a valid driver's license, the ability to lift heavy objects, and reliable attendance. You will work Monday through Friday with some Saturdays as needed, and you will help in the thrift store and warehouse operations outside driving duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred, with at least 1 year of truck driving experience.
• Valid State Driver's License.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Drive Salvation Army truck on scheduled routes to pick up donations and deliver merchandise.
• Follow safety procedures and state driving regulations.
• Assist in loading/unloading and organizing donations.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and security of cargo.
• Promote a positive image with donors.

Skills

Heavy-duty truck driving

Route planning

Donor relations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job DetailsJob Location: ALM-Baton Rouge LA CSRC - Baton Rouge, LA 70805Salary Range: $13.25 HourlyJob Category: StoreSchedule/Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm -Some Saturdays as needed

This Position is responsible for:

Drives Salvation Army truck along scheduled route to pick-up donations and/or deliver merchandise to customers; operates the truck in compliance with established Salvation Army standards and state driving regulations; 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 thrift store and warehouse.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reviews scheduled pick-ups to ensure they are scheduled for the correct day of the week and geographical location.
• Organizes scheduled pick-ups by most direct routes to save time and fuel consumption.
• Assists Truck Helper in lifting and stacking donations in the truck.
• Maintain good relationship with donors to promote a favorable image of The Salvation Army.
• Assists Truck Helper in unloading the truck at the warehouse.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

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. Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, and some climbing. Ability to drive a heavy-duty truck.

Work requires driving a vehicle daily with exposure to the outdoors whare 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.

Employee Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans and more!

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU

• High School Diploma of G.E.D. preferred but not required, AND one 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.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid State Driver's License

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