Truck Driver

Job Details

Job Location:

FLA-Winter Haven Thrift - Winter Haven, FL 33881

Position Type:
Full Time Regular

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED

Salary Range: $16.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Any

Job Category:
Store

Schedule/

Hours:

Tuesday‑Saturday, 10am to 6pm (40 hours per week)

Drives the Salvation Army truck along scheduled routes to pick‑up donations and/or deliver merchandise; operates the truck in compliance with established Salvation Army standards and state driving regulations; lifts, carries, loads, and unloads a variety of donations including furniture, appliances, clothing, etc.; ensures the safety, security, and accountability of the vehicle and donations at all times; assists in performing work in the thrift store and warehouse.

• Confers regularly with the Donations Scheduler to maintain awareness of scheduled pick‑ups in accordance with policy.
• Reviews scheduled pick‑ups to ensure they are correct for the day of the week and geographical location.
• Organizes scheduled pick‑ups by most direct routes to save time and fuel consumption.
• Assists Truck Helper in lifting and stacking donations in the truck.
• Prepares donation receipts for customers; ensures their accuracy and completeness.
• Maintains a good relationship with donors to promote a favorable image of The Salvation Army.
• Assists Truck Helper in unloading the truck at the warehouse/store.
• Delivers appliances and/or furniture as requested by customers.
• Drives to dump and recycling centers to dispose of non‑usable donations.
• Ensures the truck meets scheduled maintenance and performs operator maintenance per standards.
• Drives carefully and complies with all traffic signs and road/weather conditions to ensure passenger safety.
• Parks the vehicle in a safe and clearly marked parking space.
• Locks vehicle doors when not in use.
• Fuels the vehicle according to state gasoline regulations and Salvation Army standards.
• Logs all mileage on standard forms; ensures accuracy and completeness.
• Arrives at destination according to schedule or telephones ahead when severe delays occur.

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to read and follow a map and/or handwritten directions.
• Ability to perform strenuous, heavy work involving lifting and carrying heavy objects up to 50 lbs regularly and greater than 50 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.
• Ability to drive a heavy‑duty truck.
• Work requires daily vehicle operation with outdoor exposure and physical discomforts associated with weather changes, noise, dust, and dirt.

• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings Plan Available
• Supplemental Insurance Available
• Voluntary Life Insurance and more!

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred but not required.
• One year experience driving a heavy‑duty truck or large van.
• Or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Knowledge of the assigned geographical area.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Ability to organize pick‑up tickets and schedule routes to save time and fuel.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with co‑workers.
• Ability to maintain driving ability, DOT certifications, and Salvation Army insurance qualifications.

Valid State Driver's License with CDL endorsement, if required.

Veterans / Disabled