What are the responsibilities and job description for the Truck Helper-Thrift Store (4676) position at THE SALVATION ARMY?
This position is responsible for:
Assists in picking-up donations by riding in a Salvation Army truck and lifting, carrying, and/or hauling donations into the truck and unloading the same at the warehouse; assists in navigating for the Truck Driver; ensures the accountability, security, and safety of the donations when in route; assists in maintaining the vehicle in proper working order and in compliance with established standards
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepares donation receipts for customers; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same.
- Lifts, carries, and/or hauls donations into truck; packs items in truck in a manner that maximizes use of space, protects items from damage, and ensures safety
- Assists in maintaining the neatness and cleanliness of the warehouse and loading dock area.
- Maintains good relationships with donors to promote a favorable image of The Salvation Army.
- Unloads donations from truck upon arrival at warehouse; distributes items to appropriate locations in the warehouse.
MENTAL AND PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
Ability to read and follow a map and/or hand-written directions.
Ability to perform strenuous, heavy work involving the lifting and carrying of heavy objects.
Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work requires riding in a vehicle daily with exposure to the outdoors where there are physical discomforts associated with changes in weather such as rain, cold, snow, heat or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
No formal education required,
and
six months experience lifting and hauling heavy items such as appliances and furniture,
or
any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid State Driver's License.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of the assigned geographic area.
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans| Disabled