Community Donation Driver (Clinton County Part-Time)

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.  Its message is based on the Bible.  Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.  Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Job Overview:

As our Truck Driver, you will be responsible for picking up food donations. General maintenance of building. Helping volunteers with disposal of unusable donation.

What You Will Do:

• Pick up food donations
• Load and unload cargo
• Perform general maintenance
• Assist with property upkeep
• Ensure the basic vehicle maintenance is complete, keeping the clean and swept out and the gas tank above ½ a tank
• Comply with safe work and driving practices

• Complete any necessary paperwork involving the truck and or donations and provide to the Office Manager
• Convey a helpful and positive manner to our clients, donors, fellow employees, and community members
• Other tasks as assigned by leadership

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience: Prefer experience driving a larger vehicle for deliveries and pick-ups.

Certifications: Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver’s qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment

Skills/Abilities: 

• Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems helpful
• Able to maintain positive relationships throughout the community, exhibiting a quality of character that will allow you to work harmoniously with a Christian organization. Display a positive attitude, a love for people, a sense of humor, and an overall helpful nature.

Supervisory Responsibility: No supervisory responsibilities

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job. 

Physical Requirements Include:

• Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
• Lifting, pulling and pushing of materials up to 50 pounds
• May require bending, squatting, walking
• May require standing for extended periods

Travel: Primarily local travel required. May require travel within the state from time to time.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in a variety of environments; including an office, inside a vehicle or vehicles, at client or donor locations, and outdoors. May require some weekend and evening work

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions