Weekend Donation Route Assistant (Truck Helper)

THE SALVATION ARMY A GEORGIA CORP; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift - Gainesville, FL is seeking a Temporary Full Time Donation Truck Assistant for weekend shifts (Tuesday–Saturday, 35 hours per week). The role involves picking up donations, lifting and loading items, and helping maintain vehicle safety.

No formal education is required. A minimum of six months’ experience with lifting heavy items is preferred or any equivalent combination of education and experience. This temporary position lasts up to 90 days.

Qualifications

• Six months experience lifting and hauling heavy items such as appliances and furniture, OR
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Rides in a Salvation Army truck to pick up donated items and assists in navigating driver to destinations.
• Inspects donated items briefly to ensure they can be used according to established policies and procedures.
• Lifts, carries, and hauls donations into the truck; packs items to maximize space and protect from damage.
• Prepares donation receipts for customers and ensures accuracy.
• Maintains good relationships with donors to promote a favorable image of The Salvation Army.
• Unloads donations at the warehouse and distributes items within the warehouse.
• Performs routine maintenance of the truck and checks fluid levels regularly.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Manual handling

Education

No formal education required

Job description

The Salvation Army Thrift - Gainesville, FL is seeking a Temporary Full Time Donation Truck Assistant for weekend shifts (Tuesday–Saturday, 35 hours per week). The role involves picking up donations, lifting and loading items, and helping maintain vehicle safety.

No formal education is required. A minimum of six months’ experience with lifting heavy items is preferred or any equivalent combination of education and experience. This temporary position lasts up to 90 days.