Family Service Warehouse Worker

The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the ultimate goal of all programs is spiritual regeneration of all people.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer.

The Family Services Warehouse Worker will be responsible to support all daily functions of the Warehouse and surrounding property. This position reports directly to the Social Services Supervisor.

• Assist with the daily pick up of donations from local retailers, driving a TSA vehicle when needed.
• Assist with the receiving and processing of food as directed by the Social Services Supervisor.
• Work cooperatively with warehouse staff to maintain adequate stores of perishable and non-perishable food and supplies, providing reports and inventories as needed to the Social Services Supervisor.
• Assist with stocking coolers and freezers.
• Provide accurate documentation and timely reporting of all Gift-In-Kind Donations.
• Assist with coordinating and receiving deliveries. Ensure the proper adherence of all required safety precautions.
• Assist with maintaining cleanliness and organization in the Social Services Warehouse and exterior property (including adjacent garden).
• Assist with maintaining cleanliness of the Client Reception area, Staff and Client restrooms, Kitchen, Breakroom and other spaces as needed and requested by the Social Services Supervisor.
• Help to ensure refrigerator/freezer units are clean and in proper working order. Report malfunctions and necessary repairs to the Social Services Supervisor.
• Help to ensure all equipment (hand truck, forklift, scales, etc.) are in proper working order. Complete inspection before use and report damage / necessary repair to Social Services Supervisor immediately.
• Assist with the maintenance of vehicles and daily mileage logs, ensuring DOT compliance. Report needed repairs to the Social Services Supervisor.
• Assist with the training and supervision of volunteers and community service workers.
• Be familiar with and maintain Protecting the Mission compliance.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required; including but not limited to Divisional/Territorial Social Services Conferences, Protecting the Mission – child safety training, and The Salvation Army fleet safety training.
• Assist with seasonal efforts, which may include but are not limited to, Christmas Food and Toy Preparations/Distribution.
• Adherence to employee dress codes while working.
• Other duties as assigned by Social Services Supervisor / Corps Officers.

• Use proper lifting techniques to minimize strain and reduce risk for injury
• Utilize appropriate PPE for role.

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Prior experience with pallet jack, forklift, and box truck preferred.
• Have or obtain Serv Safe Food Safety Certification within 90 days of hire.
• Have or obtain forklift operation certification within 90 days of employment.
• Must possess a valid Montana Driver’s License and have 3 years experience as a licensed driver

• Must possess the ability to work as part of a dynamic, high performing team and maintain confidentiality.
• Must have the ability to relate positively to people from diverse backgrounds and communicate well with the general public.
• Willing and able to complete and abide by Salvation Army Protecting the Mission – child safety training
• Willingness to accept and implement The Salvation Army’s philosophy for social work assistance, while supporting the mission of The Salvation Army.
• Be flexible and open to new ideas, concepts, and ways…