Truck Driver

Salvation Army; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a responsible delivery driver to operate a heavy-duty truck or large van within Florida. You will deliver merchandise to stores and customers, load goods securely, and perform daily vehicle inspections to maintain safe operations.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED (preferred) and at least one year of driving experience. A valid State Driver’s License and a DOT medical card are required; CDL is desired but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to read and speak English for public interactions.
• Must have experience driving heavy-duty trucks or large vans.
• Valid State Driver's License and potential CDL preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver merchandise to stores and customers.
• Load and secure shipments in trucks for efficient delivery.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections (oil, water, tires) and report issues.
• Read and follow state and federal driving regulations and guidelines.

Skills

Heavy vehicle driving

CDL

DOT medical card

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsible for being knowledgeable of the geographical area assigned and operates the vehicle within state/federal statutes and/or guidelines. Read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public. Deliver merchandise to stores and deliver sold merchandise to customers. Perform special pickups and deliveries, pick up vehicles at the garage, and other similar activities. Clean and secure the vehicle and equipment; conduct daily inspections of the vehicle's oil, water, tires, and other items of the vehicle to maintain good operating condition. Load store deliveries and sold merchandise on trucks in the most organized manner.Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED preferred but not required and one year of 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 CertificationsValid State Driver's LicenseValid DOT Medical CardValid Commercial Driver's License, desired but not required.