Truck Driver Class A (FT) - Stockbridge

Goodwill of North Georgia; Decatur (GA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Standard uniforms

Job skills training access

Job summary

Goodwill of North Georgia is hiring a Truck Driver to collect and transport donated merchandise while delivering exceptional customer service to internal and external customers. You will represent a mission-driven team that helps local job seekers find meaningful work and provides growth opportunities.

You will complete tasks, assist in loading/unloading, secure loads, and perform necessary inspections while upholding safety policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Georgia CDL Class A license required.
• Must pass DOT medical physical annually.
• Must have basic math and reading skills.
• Must have good oral and written communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Collect and transport donated merchandise while providing exceptional customer service.
• Complete task outline assessments and load/unload trailers.
• Secure truck/trailer loads at each stop and perform pre-trip/post-trip inspections.
• Maintain vehicles according to agency standards and safety policies.
• Follow state driving laws and agency insurance requirements.

Skills

CDL Class A

Good driving record

English proficiency

Math/reading basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

At Goodwill of North Georgia, we make a positive impact on our community by using donations and sales from our 100+ locations to help local job seekers find meaningful work. Simply said, we put people to work. Join our team and work for an organization that will help you grow personally and professionally while giving you the satisfaction of knowing that your efforts are helping others reach their potential.

You can learn more about our 100+ stores, donation centers and career centers and how our mission helps local job seekers at goodwillng.org .

What we offer:

• Weekly paychecks
• Paid time off for vacation and holidays
• Health, dental and vision insurance for staff and their families
• Complimentary uniforms
• Access to free job skills training at Goodwill Career Centers

What you’ll be doing:

As a Truck Driver you will be responsible for and accountable for collecting and transporting donated merchandise while providing exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.

You will also be responsible for the following:

• Successfully complete task outline assessments
• Assist in loading/unloading of trailers
• Responsible for securing truck/trailer loads at each stop prior to departure
• Must be able to perform tasks according to work instructions
• Maintain vehicles to agency standards
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections as required
• Comply with Goodwill of North Georgia’s safety and security policies and procedures
• Maintain current Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) requirements
• Ensure security of all company assets including merchandise and property
• Follow all state driving laws including cell phone/texting laws.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• No experience required; however 1+ years experience is preferred
• Current Georgia Commercial Drivers License (CDL) “Class A” license required.
• Must have and maintain a valid Georgia issued drivers license while maintaining a good driving record and meeting the standards of the agency’s insurance carriers
• Must pass Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) medical physical annually
• Must have basic math and reading skills
• Must have good oral and written communication skills in English as well as interpersonal skills

Working Environment Conditions/Requirements:

• Must be able to meet all physical requirements to perform the duties of the position including the ability to bend, reach, grasp, stand, walk and/or drive for extended periods of time as well as the ability to push, pull and lift up to 30lbs with or without accommodation
• Must be available to work Monday through Sunday during operating hours as needed for business operations
• Must start employment in acceptable safety work shoes

Goodwill of North Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Goodwill to consider applicants based solely on qualifications and merit; without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected veteran status.

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