Truck Driver (6694)

THE SALVATION ARMY A GEORGIA CORP; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plan Available

Supplemental Insurance Available

Voluntary Life Insurance

Job summary

THE SALVATION ARMY A GEORGIA CORP is seeking a dedicated individual for a Full Time Regular position in Winter Haven, FL. The role involves driving a truck for picking up donations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and performing various associated duties.

The ideal candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED and at least one year of experience driving a heavy-duty truck. Benefits include paid time off, retirement savings plan, and supplemental insurance.

Qualifications

• One year experience driving a heavy-duty truck or large van.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to perform heavy work involving lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Drive Salvation Army truck along scheduled routes for donations.
• Ensure safety and security of the vehicle and donations.
• Prepare donation receipts and maintain good relations with donors.

Skills

Knowledge of assigned geographical area

Ability to drive a heavy-duty truck

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Ability to maintain driving ability and certifications

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Winter Haven Thrift, Winter Haven, FL 33881
Position Type: Full Time Regular
Education Level: High School Diploma/GED
Salary Range: $16.00 Hourly
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: Store
Schedule/Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 10am to 6pm (40 hours per week)

Responsibilities

• Drives Salvation Army truck along scheduled route to pick‑up donations and/or deliver merchandise to customers; 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.
• 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.
• Organizes scheduled pick‑ups by most direct routes to save time and fuel consumption.
• Assists Truck Helper in lifting and stacking donations in the truck.
• Prepares donation receipts for customers; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same.
• Maintains good relationship with donors to promote a favorable image of The Salvation Army.
• Assists Truck Helper in unloading the truck at the warehouse/store.
• Delivers appliances and/or furniture as requested by customers.
• Drives to the dump and appropriate recycling centers to dispose of non‑useable donations.
• Ensures the truck meets the scheduled maintenance and performs operator maintenance in accordance with established standards.
• Drives carefully and observes/complies with all traffic signs and road/weather conditions to ensure the safety of passengers.
• Parks vehicle in a safe and clearly marked parking space.
• Locks vehicle doors when vehicle is not in use.
• Fuels vehicle in accordance with state gasoline regulations and The Salvation Army standards.
• Logs all mileage on standard forms; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same.
• Arrives at destination according to schedule or telephones ahead when severe delays occur.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• 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 up to 50 lbs regularly and greater than 50 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.
• Ability to drive a heavy‑duty truck.
• 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 likes.

Employee Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings Plan Available
• Supplemental Insurance Available
• Voluntary Life Insurance and more!

What we are looking for in you

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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the assigned geographical area.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations.
• 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 maintain driving ability, DOT certifications, and Salvation Army insurance qualifications.

Licenses and Certifications

Valid State Driver's License with CDL endorsement, if required.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans/Disabled