Truck Driver

Goodwill Southern Los Angeles County; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Truck Driver position at Goodwill Southern Los Angeles County supports daily distribution and donation pickups in Long Beach, CA. The role requires operating company trucks, ensuring safety, delivering donations to docks and stores, and supervising helpers as needed.

You will complete pre-trip inspections and comply with DOT regulations. Applicants should have 1-2 years of driving experience with bobtail/straight trucks, a valid CA driver's license, and the ability to read maps and

Qualifications

• One to two years of experience driving a Bobtail/Straight Truck 24 ft. or more.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to the operation of a Bobtail truck.

Responsibilities

• Drive company trucks to designated locations.
• Ensure the safety of trucks, material handlers, and self.
• Report unsafe conditions.
• Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Pickup donations from residences, businesses, ADCs, and stores.
• Deliver donated goods to the dock and merchandise to stores.
• Load/unload truck and supervise material handler during loading/unloading.
• Meet deadlines and respond to special needs.

Skills

English literacy

Map reading

Route planning

Supervision

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS navigation

DOT regulations

Job description

Summary Description

The Truck Driver drives company truck used for transporting goods from the distribution center, stores, ADCs, home pick-ups and business pick-ups. Reports to the Senior Manager Logistics and Aftermarket.

The Truck Driver drives company truck used for transporting goods from the distribution center, stores, ADCs, home pick-ups and business pick-ups. Reports to the Senior Manager Logistics and Aftermarket.

Exemplary Duties / Responsibilities

• The Truck Driver drives company trucks to designated locations.
• He/she is responsible for the safety of trucks, material handlers, and self.
• He/she is responsible for reporting unsafe conditions.
• He/she is responsible for completing daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• He/she Pick-ups donations from residences, businesses, ADCs, and stores.
• He/she is responsible for delivering all donated goods to the dock.
• He/she is responsible for delivering merchandise to stores.
• The Truck Driver serves as material handler loading and unloading truck.
• He/she is responsible for supervision of material handlers while loading / unloading truck and making deliveries.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull a maximum of 50 lbs. He/she cooperates with the Transportation Manager, Commercial Operations Division Director, Co-Workers, and the Public.
• He/she is responsible for the quantity and quality of work performed.
• He/she must have the ability to meet deadlines and respond to special needs.
• He/she is responsible for ensuring the condition of the truck is in safe, proper working condition.
• He/She must attend Department and Safety meetings as required.
• He/she is responsible for other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• One to two years of experience driving a Bobtail/Straight Truck 24 ft. or more.
• Previous position that has demonstrated knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to the operation of a Bobtail truck.

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to understand complex instructions.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to the operation of a Bobtail truck.
• General knowledge of the area and ability to route and read a map preferred.
• Fluent oral and written communication skills. Bilingual plus.
• Cooperation with Division Directors.
• Ability to supervise material handler/driver helper when applicable.
• Ability to work with the public in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to remain consistent in performance and standards related to material handling.
• Able to work with minimum supervision.

License/Certifications

• Valid California Driver’s License, clean driving record, current DMV printout, and be insurable.

Core Competencies

• Safe Driving & Compliance - Maintains a clean driving record, follows DOT regulations, performs pre/post-trip inspections, and reports any unsafe conditions or incidents.
• Route Execution & Timeliness - Adheres to established delivery/pick-up schedules, plans efficient routes, and meets daily transportation deadlines.
• Vehicle Maintenance & Inspection - Conducts daily inspections, maintains cleanliness and safety of truck, and reports maintenance needs proactively.
• Material Handling & Supervision - Properly loads/unloads goods, supervises material handlers during transport, ensures safe handling practices, and meets lifting requirements.
• Communication & Reporting - Provides clear communication with dispatch, store staff, and management; completes delivery logs and incident reports accurately and promptly.
• Customer & Public Interaction - Demonstrates professional behavior with donors, clients, and the public during pickup/deliveries; resolves concerns respectfully.
• Team Collaboration - Works cooperatively with other drivers, handlers, and management to support department goals and improve daily operations.
• Attendance & Punctuality - Works cooperatively with other drivers, handlers, and management to support department goals and improve daily operations.

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standard of the position.

Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.

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