Driver & Warehouse Associate

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Driver & Warehouse Associate

Our Mission Statement

“To provide through the power of Jesus Christ, a home for the homeless, food for the hungry and hope for their future.”

We have a full-time opening for a Driver & Warehouse Associate at our 404 E Washington Boulevard location. The starting wage for this position is $17/hour. Below is the schedule that needs filled:

• Full-Time 1st Shift, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  
  

Full-Time Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Benefits
• Vision
• 403b Savings Plan and Generous Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Group Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance for Dependents
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans
  
  

Position Description

The Driver & Warehouse Associate is a frontline representative of The Rescue Mission responsible for driving mission vehicles to pick-up donated items, deliver customer purchased items, and transport recycled materials to salvage locations. The Driver also provides warehouse/back-end support. The Driver & Warehouse Associate should have the heart of a servant in accordance with Colossians 3:23 “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”

Key Tasks And Responsibilities

• Drive Mission vehicles in a safe manner for mission business, including: picking-up and unloading scheduled donations, delivering customer purchased items, and transporting recycled materials to salvage locations. Report any driving accidents and violations immediately.  
• Complete required vehicle maintenance with good knowledge of truck operating system, including: maintenance records, daily inspection reports, adequate fuel levels, interior and exterior cleanliness, adhere to specified vehicle load limits and assist with preventative maintenance.  
• Evaluate items offered by potential donors to ensure items meet store resale criteria; politely decline items which do not qualify. Process and maintain required donation records for onsite pickups. 
• Work with warehouse/back-end team assisting with duties as need or assigned. 
• Assist in coaching and overseeing volunteers and vocational residents; support and collaborate with vocational team as needed. 
  
  

Other Duties

• Maintain a safe and well-organized working environment.  
• Attend quarterly All Staff meetings. 
• Job performance should demonstrate The Rescue Mission’s Core Values; Organizational Integrity, Organizational Unity and Organizational Effectiveness. 
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned. 
• Be prepared to pray with and offer spiritual support to others. 
  
  

Education Training And Experience

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED).  
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record. 
• 1 year experience as a driver. 
• Box Truck Driving experience, CDL not required. 
• Forklift experience and certification, preferred. 
  
  

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Basic computer skills with knowledge of internet and email. 
• Ability to work with individuals of various socio-economic, ethnic, and racial populations. 
• Ability to comply with personal and business requirements and expectations as detailed in the Employee Handbook. 
• Knowledge of truck operating system in order to identify problem areas, and assist with preventative maintenance of vehicles. 
• Ability to communicate with customers, donors, co-workers, and volunteers in a professional manner.  
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.  
  
  

Interested candidates can apply by clicking here