Seasonal Christmas Driver

Who We Are For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship.

As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Position Purpose summary:
The Seasonal Christmas Driver is responsible for the safe, timely, and efficient pickup and delivery of donations from various assigned locations. The incumbent ensures compliance with transportation regulations, maintains vehicle safety standards, and supports overall warehouse and donation operations.

• Operate assigned vehicles, including 3-ton and 5-ton commercial trucks, cube vans, and panel vans.
• Deliver and/or pick up donations from designated locations in a timely and professional manner.
• Conduct and document daily pre-trip vehicle inspections (circle checks).
• Inspect vehicles throughout the workday and monitor fuel, fluid levels, and overall vehicle condition.
• Maintain daily CVOR logs in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Operate vehicles in compliance with Ministry of Transportation regulations and organizational policies.
• Maintain accurate daily mileage logs.

• Load, unload, and transport donations safely and efficiently.
• Operate a forklift and/or hand cart to move donations within the facility, where required.
• Build or assist with the construction of skids for transportation and storage.
• Verify the accuracy of donations and orders before delivery or pickup.

• Interact with staff, clients, volunteers, donors, and members of the public in a friendly, respectful, and professional manner.
• Support the overall operations of the Community Engagement Services department.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• This is a temporary full time seasonal position based on 40 hours per week.
• Shifts may include days, afternoons, evenings, weekend shifts, and split shifts, Monday through Saturday.
• Applicable shifts include a ½ hour unpaid meal break.
• Flexibility in scheduling is required, as the hours may increase as per operational requirements.
• Required to wear appropriate Salvation Army identification and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to lift/move up to 20 lbs. (11.34 kgs) in a safe manner.
• Maintain a clean driver’s abstract and driving record; report any changes immediately.
• Inform the supervisor of any driving infractions, accidents, or vehicle-related incidents.

The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision, and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

• Completed High School or equivalent.
• Prior related experience is an asset.
• Valid G Driver’s License, personal vehicle required and insurance, current copy of driver’s abstract for review and verification that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.
• Participate as an active and responsible team member.
• Ability to work under…