Truck Driver​/Warehouse Assistant

Baker City Service Center
Salvation Army Broadway Avenue
Baker City, OR , USA

• Travel Required :
  Yes

Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 10.12.2026

Hourly Wage: $16.50

Status:
Non-Exempt / Full Time

Number of Positions: 1

Department:
Service Extension

Position Title:
Truck Driver – Warehouse Assistant

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.

• This position provides access to confidential information. It is essential that confidentiality be observed.

• This position is responsible for driving a truck to collect donations from various locations and bring them and unload them and store them at our local building/warehouse, plus assist at the warehouse (Social Services) under the direction of the Service Extension Director.
• This position helps the Service Center Director during Christmas Fundraising, Christmas Distribution, Food Distribution, other distributions or assistance that is seasonal, or part of the daily services provided at the Baker City Service Center.

• Education:
  • High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
  • Or two years’ work experience
• Work/Professional
  
  Experience:
  
  
  • Safe driving record.
  • The proper candidate will be able to maintain this truck (DEF fluid refiles, checking all fluids, air pressure of tires and filling trip logs ect.).
  • Candidates should possess an Oregon driver’s license.
  • Must have 3 years driving experience.

• Must have good communication skills with coworkers and with the public.
• Must have the ability to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to work in a sometimes-chaotic environment while remaining focused on the task at hand.
• Must be able to follow instructions and safety requirements.
• Must be able to present a respectful, courteous attitude toward customers & fellow workers.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
• Must have an acceptable MVR report.
• Must be able to pass The Salvation Army Decision Driving Test with a score of 75 or better.
• Must be able to pass criminal background check for working with vulnerable youth and/or adults.
• Must be insurable and remain insured by The Salvation Army’s insurance.

• Driver is expected to be courteous and helpful to all.
• Inspect truck daily and report any corrections needed immediately to Supervisor.
• Ensure truck is clean and presentable (including interior).
• Gas and DEF as necessary. Check tire pressure and examine tires regularly.
• Monitor first aid kit and fire extinguisher to ensure they are stocked and up to date.
• Drive in a safe, courteous manner and obey all traffic laws.
• All other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor.

• Help with sorting donations such as clothes, shoes, Miscellaneous items, Books, Electronics and Household items.
• Breaking down cardboard boxes of various sizes.
• Emptying of trash and metal containers.
• Must be able to run a clothing bailer.
• Assist with the loading of the trailer with clothes, bails, shoes and books and miscellaneous items.
• Assist with property maintenance such as weeding, washing windows, picking up trash and putting down ice melting during appropriate weather seasons.

• Must have the ability to, but not limited to, the following: sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, climb, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis, grasp, push, pull objects, reach overhead,…