Truck Driver-NE_Thrift Store Department-401

The company name is: The Salvation Army International; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established non-profit organization is seeking a dedicated Truck Driver to join their team in Lafayette. In this vital role, you will be responsible for driving a heavy-duty truck to pick up donations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maintaining the security of the vehicle and its contents. You'll also assist in the thrift store and warehouse, contributing to a mission-driven environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a community-focused organization that values service and teamwork. If you enjoy driving and making a difference, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Ability to drive a heavy-duty truck and perform heavy lifting.
• Knowledge of the geographical area and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive truck along scheduled route to pick-up donations.
• Ensure safety and accountability of vehicle and donations.

Skills

Knowledge of geographical area

Organizational skills

Cooperative teamwork

Attendance reliability

English communication

Map reading

Heavy lifting

Driving heavy-duty truck

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Truck Driver-NE_Thrift Store Department-401 Lafayette, LA, USA Req #11781 Wednesday, September 23, 2020

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has job openings for a full-time Truck Driver for the family thrift store located in Lafayette, LA.

Job Summary:

Drives Salvation Army truck along scheduled route to pick-up donations. Operates the truck in compliance with established Salvation Army standards and state driving regulations; lifts, carries, loads and unloads variety of donations including furniture, appliances, clothing, etc. Ensures the safety, security, and accountability of the vehicle and donations at all times. Assists in performing work in the thrift store and warehouse.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Knowledge of the assigned geographical area.
• Ability to organize pick-up tickets and to schedule route in a manner that saves time and gasoline consumption.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
• Ability to read and follow a map and/or hand-written directions.
• Ability to perform strenuous, heavy work involving the lifting and carrying of heavy objects.
• Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.
• Ability to drive a heavy-duty truck.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred but not required AND one-year 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.

License and Certifications:

• Valid State Driver’s License
• Approved Background Check and Motor Vehicle Request

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform strenuous, heavy work involving the lifting and carrying of heavy objects. Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing. Ability to drive a heavy-duty truck.

Working Conditions:

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.

Additional Information:

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

To apply, please select the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting.

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 the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Other details:

• Job Family ALM-NON-EXEMPT
• Job Function Store
• Pay Type Hourly
• Hiring Rate $10.50

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