Donation Pickup & Delivery Driver Local Routes

The Salvation Army USA

  • Waukegan, IL
  • 5 days ago

    Highlights

    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. Regularly required to stand, use hands, handle, feel, hear, and talk.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWaukegan, IL

    Description

    Key Responsibilities

    Transportation & Logistics

    • Follow scheduled routing procedures efficiently
    • Drive Salvation Army truck for pickups and deliveries
    • Ensure security and safe handling of all goods and materials
    • Perform daily pre and post-trip inspections of vehicles
    • Maintain equipment in excellent working order
    • Comply with all DOT and OSHA regulations

    Customer Service

    • Act as a personal representative of The Salvation Army
    • Ensure all donors are treated courteously and respectfully
    • Communicate donation acceptance policy with donors
    • Report any pickup problems to dispatcher
    • Maintain professional appearance per ARC dress code

    Operations Support

    • Use DSS program and assigned iPad apps effectively
    • Support beneficiaries in work therapy goals through training and mentoring
    • Handle loading and unloading of trucks as needed
    • Wear all assigned PPE including gloves, masks, and back guard
    • Report any safety or security concerns immediately

    Qualifications

    Education & Experience

    • High School Degree or equivalent
    • At least two years licensed driving experience
    • Must pass pre-employment DOT screen, drug test, and background check

    Skills & Abilities

    • Strong communication skills in English
    • Basic computer skills including payroll system
    • Proficiency with mobile applications
    • Basic math skills
    • Excellent manual dexterity
    • Professional demeanor and customer service orientation

    Required Certifications

    • Valid Driver's License
    • Clear MVR report
    • Successful completion of required testing

    Physical Requirements

    • Regularly required to stand, use hands, handle, feel, hear, and talk
    • Frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms
    • Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
    • Must regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds
    • Occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds
    • Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and focus adjustment

    Work Environment

    • Store and warehouse environments
    • Quiet to moderate noise level
    • May experience dusty conditions
    • Temperature fluctuations based on weather
    • Flexible schedule including early shifts, late shifts, and some weekends

    What We Offer

    • Opportunity to make a positive impact in your community
    • Professional development opportunities
    • Supportive work environment
    • Comprehensive benefits package

    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.

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