Truck Driver

At the San Diego Rescue Mission, we are driven by a profound belief in compassion, service, and the transformative power of Jesus' love. Our mission goes beyond charity; it is a calling to love our neighbors and provide hope and healing to those experiencing homelessness. We are committed to creating a holistic approach to recovery and rehabilitation, ensuring that our programs serve as safe havens for men, women, and children in need.

The truck drivers play a key role in furthering the Mission’s commitment to excellence in service and Christlike compassion. This position supports program objectives, ensures operational integrity, and reflects our values in every interaction with clients, staff, and the public. Our SDRM Truck Drivers are responsible for fulfilling the mission of San Diego Rescue Mission by facilitating the pickups of food and material donations across San Diego County. This position ensures the timely and efficient transportation of donations, which directly support our students, guests, and partner programs through effective warehouse distribution. Each month, SDRM rescues nearly 300,000 lbs. of food, partnering with more than 20 churches to provide food distribution throughout San Diego County. The warehouse driver is essential in sustaining these life-changing services and ensuring donated goods reach those in need.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles to complete scheduled daily routes for donation pickups, adhering to estimated times of arrival (ETAs).
• Load and unload donations carefully, ensuring items are properly packed to prevent damage during transit.
• Accurately weigh and record food donation poundage.
• Follow all proper handling, food safety, and donation intake procedures.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain positive relationships with donation partners.
• Record all pickups and donations accurately using Pantry Soft, our inventory and data management software.
• Assist in general warehouse duties, including organizing and distributing food and materials as needed.
• Collaborate with warehouse staff to support daily operations and ensure timely distribution to program sites.
• Demonstrate leadership and serve as a positive role model for SDRM students, volunteers, and staff.
• Complete daily data entry and reporting tasks related to pickups, donations, and inventory.
• Receive, unload, sort, and process incoming food and material donations.
• Ensure quality control of all donations and maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment.
• Support and participate in ministry-wide activities and chapels as applicable.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to uphold trauma-informed practices and ensure client dignity.
• Performs an average of 10-15 donation pickups daily, ensuring timely and safe transport of goods throughout San Diego County.

Staff Expectations

As a representative of San Diego Rescue Mission, all employees are expected to:

• Adhere to the Statement of Faith, upholding biblical principles in all aspects of work and life.
• Be prepared to share the hope you have in Christ. As a representative of Christ, be ready to gently and respectfully share the Good News of Jesus Christ at all times.
• Live out the Mission, Vision, and Values of the SDRM by safeguarding the Mission, pursuing the Vision, and reflecting our core values—Faith, Compassion, Excellence, and Integrity—in both your personal and public life. Remain focused on serving, demonstrating a deep desire to see God transform the lives of those experiencing homelessness.
• Intentionally spend time in God’s Word, prayer, staying rooted in a biblical community (local church, ministry, small group) to deepen your relationship with Christ.
• Model servant leadership in all interactions, encourage and support SDRM staff in their walk with Christ, putting the needs of others before yourself.
• Foster a coachable, approachable, and humble spirit, remaining open to feedback, growth, and guidance.
• Comply with SDRM dress code and consistently maintain a clean, professional appearance.
• Follow all SDRM operational and safety procedures, ensuring alignment with warehouse standards and organizational values.

Qualifications

Education:

• Minimum of High School Diploma

Experience:

• Experience working with individuals facing homelessness, trauma, or addiction preferred but not required
• Minimum of [2] years driving  and operating experience of 26ft box trucks
• Valid driver’s license Class C with a clean driving record.
• Strong knowledge of San Diego County roads, streets and highways
• Familiar with food handling and material goods
• Committed to safe driving practices and proper techniques

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to function effectively in a dynamic, faith-based environment
• Strong communication and administrative skills
• Capable of maintaining emotional resilience in challenging client situations
• Proficient in basic clerical tools and software, including Microsoft Teams, Word and Google Maps
• Skilled in the use of electric pallet jacks and forklift
• Ability to multitask

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• This role may require walking, standing, lifting up to 30 lbs., and working irregular hours, including evenings or weekends.
• Environment includes residential program sites and client-facing spaces.
• Environment includes humid, hot and cold temperatures
• Physical requirements include bending, carrying, climbing, grasping, kneeling, lifting, picking, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, sitting, squatting, walking and typing

Salary : $23 - $24