Job Description
The Salvation Army Mission:
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Job Objective :
This position drives a Salvation Army truck to pick-up and transport materials to and from specified
destinations as assigned while consistently representing The Salvation Army with a professional and polite demeanor and providing exceptional service.
Essential Functions:
•Acts as a personal representative of The Salvation Army and ensures that all donors are treated
courteously and respectfully.
•Follows routing procedures as scheduled.
•Use efficiency and care to ensure the security and safe handling of all goods and materials.
•Communicates effectively using the DSS program and other apps as assigned on iPad.
•Communicates donation acceptance policy with donors and reports any problem with pick-ups to the
dispatcher.
•Support beneficiaries to maximize work therapy goals and promote their success through training and
mentoring.
•Responsible for the safety and security of the truck and equipment, including daily pre and post-trip
inspections of air, water, oil, lights, etc. to maintain equipment in excellent working order.
•Ensures compliance to all DOT and OSHA regulations and requirements.
•Immediately reports any safety or security concerns to management including accidents involving truck,
personal injury, or property damage.
•Wear any and all assigned PPE provided, including but not limited to gloves, masks, or back guard.
•Maintain a neat appearance in accordance with ARC dress code policy for drivers.
•Responsible for loading and unloading of trucks as needed.
•Must be available for a flexible schedule; to work early shifts, late shifts, and some weekends.
•Other duties as assigned.
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions
and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable
accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The
requirements listed are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position
Additional Information
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- High School Degree or equivalent; at least two years licensed driving experience.
Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to speak, write, read, and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective
communication with customers, management, and co-workers.
- Basic computer skills including but not limited to use of the payroll program, and all other
programs or systems that are adopted by the TSA ARC.
- Ability to use basic math skills.
- Good speaking, hearing, and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment DOT screen, including drug test and background check.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Valid Driver's License required to operate trucks of type used by location. Clear MVR report. Successfully
complete any required testing.
Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to
perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands, handle, or
feel; and hear or talk. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The
employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100
pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust
focus.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in a typical store or warehouse environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. The
environment may be dusty and may experience temperature fluctuations based on weather.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.