Truck Driver

Are you a safe, reliable driver who enjoys staying active and making a positive impact in your community? Join The Salvation Army Family Store team as a part‑time Truck Driver and play a vital role in turning donations into hope. This position is perfect for someone who values purpose‑driven work, enjoys hands‑on tasks, and takes pride in delivering friendly, respectful service.

Every donation you help collect supports The Salvation Army's mission to meet human needs without discrimination. As a Family Store Truck Driver, you are often the first face of The Salvation Army that donors and customers encounter – your professionalism and kindness make a difference every day.

Part‑time, 25 hours/week

Pay Rate: $20.00/hour

Schedule: Monday‑Friday 10:00am‑3:00pm (hours may vary based on need)

Local travel in and around Quincy, IL and Hannibal, MO (no overnight travel)

The Family Store Truck Driver supports the Quincy and Hannibal Family Stores through the safe, timely pickup and handling of donated goods. This role includes driving a Salvation Army box truck, assisting donors and customers, supporting warehouse operations, and helping maintain a clean, welcoming store environment.

• Safely operate a Salvation Army box truck to pick up donated goods from scheduled locations.
• Provide friendly, professional, mission‑focused service to donors and customers.
• Complete required pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections and follow all DOT and Salvation Army Fleet requirements.
• Load and unload donated items and customer purchases with care and courtesy.
• Evaluate donations and communicate respectfully with donors regarding items that cannot be accepted.
• Issue accurate donation receipts and thank donors for supporting the mission.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, balers, and forklifts (training and certification provided as required).
• Assist with warehouse organization and general store cleanliness, including dock and sorting areas.
• Maintain confidentiality, comply with Safe from Harm guidelines, and contribute to a positive, respectful work environment.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One (1) year of related experience preferred (driving, warehouse, customer services, or general labor).
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Certification Card.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification (required prior to forklift operation).
• Must pass a background check and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
• Strong customer service skills, basic communication abilities, and a positive, team‑oriented attitude.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs regularly and up to 100lbs occasionally with assistance or equipment.
• Work performed outdoors and in warehouse environments with exposure to varying weather conditions, dust, odors, and equipment.
• Regular standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, and pulling throughout the shift.

The Salvation Army believes in faith put into action and making life better for others. Our services meet physical, emotional and spiritual needs to rebuild lives and create lasting change. Help is given freely and without discrimination, while preserving the individual's dignity. We're here to change lives, one at a time.

The Quincy Area Command serves Adams, Pike and Brown counties in Illinois and Marion, Ralls, Lewis, Shelby and Monroe counties in Missouri. Our services include emergency housing, case management, food assistance through our fully stocked food pantry and daily breadline, emergency disaster services and weekly church ministries. These services are supported through generous donations and revenue from the Hannibal and Quincy Family Stores.