The Salvation Army Southern California
Christmas Assistant/Kettle Driver
The Salvation Army Southern California, Bellingham, Washington, us, 98227
Overview
POSITION TITLE:
Christmas Assistant/Kettle Driver REPORTS TO:
Family Services Director; Corps Officer STATUS:
Temporary/Seasonal, Non-Exempt WORK HOURS:
Monday through Saturday – some split shifts up to 40 hours a week. Start date:
November 3, 2025
End date:
January 16, 2026 PAY:
$18.66 Organization:
The Salvation Army – An international movement and evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
The Salvation Army is an inspiring place to work. It operates offices in many cities and countries and serves people with food, shelter, and related opportunities. This role is within the Northwest region of the United States, supporting Christmas-related activities and programs.
Functions of the Position
Drive kettle stands and collection buckets to their locations daily per the scheduled routes. Perform other Christmas-related duties that require driving, such as food pickup, toy collections, and other duties as assigned by the Commanding Officer.
Responsibilities
Pick up and drop off kettles six (6) days per week per an assigned kettle route Secure kettles at the end of the day when dropped off Ensure kettle workers have daily supplies as needed Instruct kettle workers as to their daily duties, ensuring breaks and lunches are observed Ensure kettle workers hours are reported accurately to CO Report each morning to participate in kettle counting Report immediately to CO any concerns regarding workers, equipment, or location logistics Bring items to kettle locations when needed Inventory and sort kettle supplies as directed Prepare a kettle inventory for CO, indicating needed additions or repairs for next season
Summary of Christmas Assistant Duties
Organize and assist in setting up Christmas distribution area Organize volunteers to sort gifts in the assigned areas Organize gifts and items as they are returned by donors Organize excess and unmarked gifts/clothes to assure each child has gifts Ensure family gift bags are complete and sealed Deliver tags to companies participating in Angel Tree program as needed Pick up toys from Angel Trees as needed Keep distribution area neat and tidy, disposing of trash and unnecessary items each day Inventory and sort remaining toys following distribution and store appropriately Assist in putting away all equipment and furnishings used for distribution Any other duty as assigned
Qualifications
Must possess a valid Washington State driver’s license Must pass The Salvation Army’s driving test and Motor Vehicles Records check Must be willing to continually lift 30 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds Must pass a criminal background check
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, kneel and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, boxes of food or other objects and reach overhead Ability to lift 30 pounds Ability to operate a telephone and a motor vehicle Ability to understand, use and respond to written information Ability to operate a pallet jack Ability to perform all tasks as assigned
Equal Employment Opportunity
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/People with Disabilities.
Benefits
A generous benefits package is included with full-time (non-seasonal) positions:
paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurances. Health insurance specifics: low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage; additional options available. Retirement plans include a defined contribution plan and voluntary 403(b) options. Parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation, and paid holidays are provided per policy.
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POSITION TITLE:
Christmas Assistant/Kettle Driver REPORTS TO:
Family Services Director; Corps Officer STATUS:
Temporary/Seasonal, Non-Exempt WORK HOURS:
Monday through Saturday – some split shifts up to 40 hours a week. Start date:
November 3, 2025
End date:
January 16, 2026 PAY:
$18.66 Organization:
The Salvation Army – An international movement and evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
The Salvation Army is an inspiring place to work. It operates offices in many cities and countries and serves people with food, shelter, and related opportunities. This role is within the Northwest region of the United States, supporting Christmas-related activities and programs.
Functions of the Position
Drive kettle stands and collection buckets to their locations daily per the scheduled routes. Perform other Christmas-related duties that require driving, such as food pickup, toy collections, and other duties as assigned by the Commanding Officer.
Responsibilities
Pick up and drop off kettles six (6) days per week per an assigned kettle route Secure kettles at the end of the day when dropped off Ensure kettle workers have daily supplies as needed Instruct kettle workers as to their daily duties, ensuring breaks and lunches are observed Ensure kettle workers hours are reported accurately to CO Report each morning to participate in kettle counting Report immediately to CO any concerns regarding workers, equipment, or location logistics Bring items to kettle locations when needed Inventory and sort kettle supplies as directed Prepare a kettle inventory for CO, indicating needed additions or repairs for next season
Summary of Christmas Assistant Duties
Organize and assist in setting up Christmas distribution area Organize volunteers to sort gifts in the assigned areas Organize gifts and items as they are returned by donors Organize excess and unmarked gifts/clothes to assure each child has gifts Ensure family gift bags are complete and sealed Deliver tags to companies participating in Angel Tree program as needed Pick up toys from Angel Trees as needed Keep distribution area neat and tidy, disposing of trash and unnecessary items each day Inventory and sort remaining toys following distribution and store appropriately Assist in putting away all equipment and furnishings used for distribution Any other duty as assigned
Qualifications
Must possess a valid Washington State driver’s license Must pass The Salvation Army’s driving test and Motor Vehicles Records check Must be willing to continually lift 30 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds Must pass a criminal background check
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, kneel and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, boxes of food or other objects and reach overhead Ability to lift 30 pounds Ability to operate a telephone and a motor vehicle Ability to understand, use and respond to written information Ability to operate a pallet jack Ability to perform all tasks as assigned
Equal Employment Opportunity
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/People with Disabilities.
Benefits
A generous benefits package is included with full-time (non-seasonal) positions:
paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurances. Health insurance specifics: low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage; additional options available. Retirement plans include a defined contribution plan and voluntary 403(b) options. Parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation, and paid holidays are provided per policy.
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