What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver position at The Salvation Army USA Central Territory?
Key Responsibilities
Transportation & Logistics
- Follow scheduled routing procedures efficiently
- Drive Salvation Army truck for pickups and deliveries
- Ensure security and safe handling of all goods and materials
- Perform daily pre and post-trip inspections of vehicles
- Maintain equipment in excellent working order
- Comply with all DOT and OSHA regulations
Customer Service
- Act as a personal representative of The Salvation Army
- Ensure all donors are treated courteously and respectfully
- Communicate donation acceptance policy with donors
- Report any pickup problems to dispatcher
- Maintain professional appearance per ARC dress code
Operations Support
- Use DSS program and assigned iPad apps effectively
- Support beneficiaries in work therapy goals through training and mentoring
- Handle loading and unloading of trucks as needed
- Wear all assigned PPE including gloves, masks, and back guard
- Report any safety or security concerns immediately
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- High School Degree or equivalent
- At least two years licensed driving experience
- Must pass pre-employment DOT screen, drug test, and background check
Skills & Abilities
- Strong communication skills in English
- Basic computer skills including payroll system
- Proficiency with mobile applications
- Basic math skills
- Excellent manual dexterity
- Professional demeanor and customer service orientation
Required Certifications
- Valid Driver's License
- Clear MVR report
- Successful completion of required testing
Physical Requirements
- Regularly required to stand, use hands, handle, feel, hear, and talk
- Frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms
- Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
- Must regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds
- Occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds
- Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and focus adjustment
Work Environment
- Store and warehouse environments
- Quiet to moderate noise level
- May experience dusty conditions
- Temperature fluctuations based on weather
- Flexible schedule including early shifts, late shifts, and some weekends
What We Offer
- Opportunity to make a positive impact in your community
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive work environment
- Comprehensive benefits package
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.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.