Truck Driver

Truck Driver

Location : Wheeling, WV

Position Type : Regular Part Time 28 hours weekly

Pay Range : $12.00 - $12.50 hourly

This position is responsible for :

Under the direction of the Corps Officer, the Truck Driver drives Salvation Army trucks along scheduled routes to pick-up donations and / or deliver merchandise to customers; Operates the truck in compliance with established Salvation Army standards and state driving regulations; Lifts, carries, loads, and unloads various donations to include furniture, appliances, clothing, etc.; Ensures the safety, security, and accountability of the vehicle and donations at all times. Assists in performing other duties in the thrift store and warehouse.

Key Responsibilities :

• Confers regularly with the Dispatcher to maintain awareness of scheduled pick-ups of donations in accordance with the established policy.
• Reviews scheduled pick-ups to ensure they are scheduled for the correct day of the week and geographical location.
• Organizes scheduled pick-ups by most direct routes to save time and fuel consumption.
• Assists Truck Helper in unloading the truck at the warehouse.
• Delivers appliances and / or furniture as requested by customers.
• Drives to the dump and metal recycling center to dispose of non-useable donations.
• Ensures the truck meets the scheduled maintenance and performs operators' maintenance in accordance with established standards.
• Drives carefully and observes / complies with all traffic signs and road / weather conditions to ensure the safety of passengers.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

Employee Benefits :

Education and Experience :

High School Diploma / GED preferred but not required; one (1) year experience driving a heavy-duty truck or large van such as a box truck; OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses and Certifications :

Valid State Driver's License required; CDL preferred but not required. Approved Background Check and Motor Vehicle Request, required.

Equal Opportunity Employer : Veterans | Disabled