Salvation Army Western Territory is hiring: Production Assistant 1 (Driver) - Lo

Overview

Production Assistant 1 (Driver) - Long Beach

Become part of the dedicated Production team at Salvation Army! We are seeking motivated individuals with driving experience for local pickup and delivery. Qualified drivers must be able to drive safely and efficiently, follow directions, interact positively with customers, and load and unload in a safe, prompt, and competent fashion, while contributing to the success of our Adult Rehabilitation Program.

If you are hard-working, accountable and enjoy helping others apply to Salvation Army!

Essential Job Duties

• Follow daily routing directions and avoid going off route without exception, unless directed by the Transportation Supervisor or their designee.
• Manage time daily to ensure the route is completed within the approved work schedule. Routes are to be 100% completed each day, unless approved by the Transportation Supervisor or their designee.
• Responsible for the safe loading and unloading of the assigned truck. Assist in the safe loading or unloading of other trucks as requested.
• Handle all donated material with safe handling procedures and always wear assigned personal protective equipment. Ensure donations are handled properly to return damage-free to their destination.
• Train, instruct and supervise the truck helper in their WTA, keeping in mind that the helper is in a rehabilitation program and that good personal and professional work habits are taught by example, as well as by instruction.
• Responsible for Bag & Tag as instructed by Supervisor and procedure.
• Complete all pre- and post-checks daily. Any exceptions found during the pre-check inspection must be reviewed with the Transportation Supervisor prior to operating the vehicle. Any post-check exceptions must be reviewed with the Transportation Supervisor prior to clocking out. Ensure all equipment on the truck is in working order and properly secured for transport.
• Represent The Salvation Army by treating all customers courteously and with good customer service. Immediately report all donor problems and concerns that occur during donation pickups to supervisor through dispatch.
• Promptly report all accidents involving the truck, personal injury, or property damage to the immediate supervisor.
• Abide by all DOT regulations and state and local laws while maintaining a safe driving record. Attend all driver safety meetings as required.
• Report all infractions of safety procedures to the Transportation Supervisor.
• Adhere to all meal and rest breaks per state law and company policy.
• Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned, from time to time, by the Transportation Supervisor, Director of Production, or their designated representatives.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license
• Clean Driving Record
• Strong time management and customer service skills
• Ability to operate electronic equipment used for daily route information
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
• Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, clothing carts, merchandise carts, rolling clothing racks, fixtures, furniture dollies, platform trucks and carts, hand trucks and miscellaneous carts.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs
• Ability to perform various repetitive motion tasks

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.