Truck Driver

Salvation Army of North Texas; Sebring (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army of North Texas is seeking a Truck Driver responsible for collection and delivery of donations. This role involves driving a truck compliant with regulations, maintaining donor relationships, and performing strenuous tasks. The ideal candidate will demonstrate good interpersonal skills and lifting capabilities, ensuring operational efficiency while promoting the mission of The Salvation Army.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay

Life Insurance

Retirement Plans

Qualifications

• Valid State Driver's License with CDL endorsement preferred.
• One year experience driving a heavy-duty truck or large van.
• Equivalent combination of training and experience that provides required knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Drive Salvation Army truck on scheduled routes to pick-up and deliver donations.
• Maintain awareness of scheduled pick-ups and prepare donation receipts.
• Assist in warehouse duties and Thrift Store operations as needed.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Ability to lift and carry heavy objects

Good relationship management

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Posted Monday, March 24, 2025 at 4:00 AM | Expired Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 3:59 AM

About this opportunity:

This position is responsible for driving the Salvation Army truck along scheduled route to pick-up donations and/or deliver merchandise to customer while also operating the truck in compliance with established Salvation Army standards and state driving regulations. The truck driver must also be able to lift, carry, load and unload a variety of donations including furniture, appliances, clothing, etc.

Key responsibilities:

• Confers regularly with the Donations Scheduler to maintain awareness of scheduled pick-ups of donations in accordance with the established policy.
• Reviews scheduled pick-ups to ensure they are scheduled for the correct day of the week and geographical location.
• Prepares donation receipts for customers; ensures the accuracy and completeness.
• Maintains good relationship with donors to promote a favorable image of The Salvation Army.

Other Responsibilities :

• Assists in loading the bail truck.
• Assists in cleaning and maintaining the warehouse and loading dock area.
• Assists in working in all areas of the Thrift Store operations as needed.
• Performs special projects as needed.
• Performs other related work as required.

What we are looking for in you:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred but not required and
• Valid State Driver's License with CDL endorsement, if required and
• One year experience driving a heavy-duty truck or large van or
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills or abilities

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Manual dexterity. Ability to walk and stand on a frequent change basis in order to perform the duties of this position. Ability to perform strenuous, heavy work involving the lifting and carrying of heavy objects up to 50 lbs. regularly and greater than 50 lbs. occasionally. Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.

Work requires driving 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.

Employee Benefits

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

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.

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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.

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