Truck Driver I (Regular)

Goodwill Industries of San Diego County; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of San Diego County is seeking an energetic driver to operate 20-26 foot bobtail trucks, delivering or picking up merchandise and donations from donation centers, Goodwill stores, businesses or residences.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, 6 months of industrial vehicle driving experience, and a valid California Class C license. You will maintain DVIRs/trip sheets and coordinate with Dispatch, while safeguarding donations and property.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 6 months industrial vehicle driving experience required; 1 year preferred.
• Valid California Driver’s License (Class C) with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates 20–26 ft bobtail trucks and completes pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Reads maps and uses Teletrac/GPS to follow directions and coordinate stops.
• Maintains DVIRs and daily trip sheets per state/federal laws and company procedures.
• Loads and unloads cargo using hand truck, pallet jack, or lift gate.
• Communicates with Dispatch and reports safety concerns promptly.
• Safeguards donated items and company property during transport.

Skills

Safe driving

Map reading

Basic record keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Teletrac / GPS

DVIRs system

Job description

Are you looking for meaningful work and want to make a difference? Do you want to gain valuable work experience? Joining the Goodwill team could be a great fit for you! At Goodwill we live and breathe our Core Values of Creativity, Credibility, and Collaboration. We are a mission-integrated organization that is funded by resalable goods. Last year alone, we were able to keep 10 million pounds of donated goods from hitting our landfills. Through the reselling of donated items, we can provide job readiness training and employment opportunities to individuals with disabilities and barriers to employment.

POSITION SUMMARY

Operates a truck primarily to deliver or pick up merchandise/donations from donation centers, Goodwill stores/facilities, businesses or private residences.

Essential Functions Statement

• Safeguards all donations and company property from damage and theft. Treats all donations and company property with respect and care. Assists donors when present and necessary.
• Reads maps, operates navigational tools (Teletrac/GPS) and follows written and verbal geographic directions.
• Maintains records such as Daily Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRS) and daily Trip Sheets according to all State and Federal laws and company procedures.
• Provides basic direction and redirection if assigned a Truck Helper.
• Safely operates/drives 20-26 foot bobtail trucks, completing all daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on assigned vehicles, immediately reporting any supply needs, equipment needs/issues and any mechanical problems encountered with vehicles to Dispatch or a Transportation Management member.
• Safely and efficiently loads and unloads truck, vehicles, containers and trailers. Loads and unloads vehicles by hand or with the use of a hand truck, lift gate and/or pallet jack.
• Maintains communication with Dispatch, calling at each stop and at scheduled times throughout the day. Appropriately uses and responds to Teletrac messages.
• Safely and efficiently pads, stacks, and secures items in position on the truck to prevent damage during transit.
• Abides by all safety procedures and policies at all times. Reports any safety concerns immediately to on-site management or immediate supervisor.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as directed or assigned. Hourly Pay for this role $22.51-$25.00.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education High School Degree or GED preferred.

Experience 6 months industrial vehicle driving experience required, one year preferred.

Computer Skills Basic computer skills and the ability to operate GPS tracking system preferred.

Certificates & Licenses Valid California Driver’s License, (Class C) with driving record acceptable to Goodwill’s insurance company’s standards.