About Us
Are you looking for meaningful work and want to make a difference? Do you want to gain valuable work experience? Joining the Goodwill team could be a great fit for you! At Goodwill, we live and breathe our Core Values of Creativity, Credibility, and Collaboration. We are a mission-integrated organization funded by resalable goods. Last year alone, we kept 10 million pounds of donated goods from hitting landfills. Through reselling donated items, we provide job readiness training and employment opportunities to individuals with disabilities and barriers to employment.
Overview
POSITION SUMMARY: Operates a truck primarily to deliver or pick up merchandise/donations from donation centers, Goodwill stores/facilities, businesses, or private residences.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
- Safeguards all donations and company property from damage and theft. Treats all donations and company property with respect and care. Assists donors when present and necessary.
- Reads maps, operates navigational tools (Teletrac/GPS), and follows written and verbal geographic directions.
- Maintains records such as Daily Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRS) and daily Trip Sheets according to all State and Federal laws and company procedures.
- Provides basic direction and redirection if assigned a Truck Helper.
- Safely operates/drives 20-26 foot bobtail trucks, completing all daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on assigned vehicles, and reports any supply needs, equipment issues, or mechanical problems immediately to Dispatch or a Transportation Management member.
- Safely and efficiently loads and unloads trucks, vehicles, containers, and trailers. Loads and unloads vehicles by hand or with the use of a hand truck, lift gate, and/or pallet jack.
- Maintains communication with Dispatch, calling at each stop and at scheduled times throughout the day. Uses and responds to Teletrac messages appropriately.
- Safely and efficiently pads, stacks, and secures items in position on the truck to prevent damage during transit.
- Follows all safety procedures and policies at all times. Reports any safety concerns immediately to on-site management or the immediate supervisor.
- Performs other miscellaneous duties as directed or assigned.
Qualifications
Skills and Abilities:
- Education: High School Degree or GED preferred.
- Experience: At least 6 months of industrial vehicle driving experience required; one year preferred.
- Computer Skills: Basic computer skills and the ability to operate GPS tracking systems preferred.
- Certificates & Licenses: Valid California Drivers License (Class C) with a driving record acceptable to Goodwills insurance standards.
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