Drive Thru Ambassador - Gary - PT

Job Details

Job Location:

Gary Salvage Outlet - Gary, IN 46408
Position Type:
Full Time
Education Level: None
Salary Range: $13.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage :
None

Job Shift: Day
Job Category:
Retail
Job Objective:
To provide exceptional customer service by efficiently receiving, sorting, and pricing donations while maintaining a friendly and organized donation area. Assist donors with unloading items, express appreciation, and support smooth operations in a fast-paced retail environment. This position reports to the Salvage Outlet Manager who evaluates performance annually.

In addition, embodies the Goodwill Mission to: “Empower people to achieve their most abundant life” and upholds the Company Core Values of:
Relentless Pursuit of Excellence, Customer-First Mindset, Humble Confidence, Passion for Mission, and Do the Right Thing.

• Greet donors warmly, provide assistance with unloading donations, and express appreciation to create a positive and welcoming experience.
• Receive, inspect, sort, and price donated items efficiently while following established guidelines to ensure quality, appropriate categorization, and readiness for resale.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a secure work environment, properly handling donations to prevent damage, accidents, or injuries.
• Keep the donation area clean, organized, and free of hazards, ensuring an efficient workflow and a professional appearance.
• Accurately document donation intake, maintain records as required, and report any discrepancies or concerns to management.
• Uphold Kaizen standards by continuously seeking ways to improve efficiency, organization, and workflow.
• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to support store operations, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to engage positively with donors, express gratitude, and create a welcoming experience.
• Friendly and approachable demeanor, demonstrating patience and professionalism in all interactions.
• Strong attention to detail when sorting, inspecting, and pricing donated items to ensure quality, proper categorization, and compliance with store guidelines.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply donation policies, including identifying acceptable and non-acceptable items.
• Basic understanding of safety protocols, including proper lifting techniques, hazard awareness, and workplace safety procedures to prevent injuries and ensure a secure environment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting while maintaining accuracy and organization.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues and supervisors.

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Flexible availability.
• Able to frequently bend, twist, reach above shoulder level, push and pull, crouch or stoop, kneel, repetitively use feet, and use head and neck in a twisting or static motion and to look up and/or down, and lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Able to safely operate material handling equipment, use personal protective equipment (PPE) and light industrial equipment.