Driver, General Labor, Transportation

Overview

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The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has a job opening for Truck Driver (local routes only) in the ARC – Adult Rehabilitation Center.

We offer competitive benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Hearing Insurance plans;
Group Life Insurance;
Retirement Benefits;
Education Assistance; and Paid Time Off.

• Be knowledgeable of the geographical area assigned and operate the vehicle within state/federal statutes and/or guidelines.
• Read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public.
• Acquire pick-up tickets and complete the route in the most efficient manner.
• Load donations on the truck in an organized manner to maximize the number of pickups per truck load and to minimize damage/breakage.
• Clean and secure the vehicle and equipment; conduct daily inspections of the vehicle’s oil, water, tires, and other items to maintain good operating condition.

• Knowledge of the assigned geographical area.
• Ability to organize pick-up tickets and schedule routes in a time- and fuel-efficient manner.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with a variety of personalities.
• Ability to read, write and effectively communicate in the English language.

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• One year of experience driving a heavy-duty truck or large van, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

• Valid State Driver’s License
• Valid DOT Medical Card
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License, desired but not required.

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read and follow a map and/or hand-written directions; read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public and to respond to official inquiries and to make entries on reports and records.
• Ability to work with a variety of personalities in a positive manner.
• Ability to drive a heavy-duty truck.
• Ability to follow DOT regulations and safety standards.
• Moderate to strenuous physical effort required, including sitting, walking, standing, lifting, bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, and carrying heavy objects generally over 100 lbs; 25-50% of work time.
• Work requires outdoor exposure with weather changes and potential discomforts related to noise, dust, dirt and similar conditions.

• All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree to do nothing as an employee to undermine its religious mission.
• To apply, please select the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting.
• 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.
• Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
• We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!

Job Details

• Job Family: ARC-NON-EXEMPT
• Job Function:
  Property
• Pay Type:
  
  Hourly

We aim to provide a practical and accessible application process. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.