Production Assistant Driver

The 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.

BASIC PURPOSE

The function of the Production Assistant IV is to assist in facilitating the overall mission of The Salvation Army through the programs offered at the Reno Corps under the direction of the Warehouse Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan daily route based on pickups and deliveries. Routes to be established based on system in place.
• Make all scheduled calls in a timely and efficient manner. Areas of responsibility will be revenue centers and scheduled pick-up calls.
• Instruct and supervise helper, remembering that this individual is a beneficiary in a rehabilitation program.
• Develop assigned routes by placing donation bags at the residences on the right and left of the pick-up location.
• Ensure safety and safe handling of goods and materials being transported.
• Be responsible for the safety and security of the truck and equipment, including the hand truck, blankets, etc.
• Prepare daily inspection report and maintain daily driving logs. Daily inspection of water, air, oil and other items essential to maintain equipment in good condition.

Report immediately to your supervisor any accidents involving your vehicle, personal injury and / or property damage. Complete written report upon return to warehouse.

Keep accident reports and procedure forms in vehicle at all times.

• Act as a personal representative of The Salvation Army, ensuring that all individuals you encounter are treated with courtesy.
• Immediately report problems to the dispatcher.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

• Able to drive a 24-foot box truck.
• Able to read maps / GPS and plan route utilizing same.
• Able to work effectively among co-workers and beneficiaries.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver License.
• Must be 21 years or older.
• Complete The Salvation Army vehicle course training.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis
• Ability to grasp, push, and / or pull objects
• Ability to reach overhead
• Ability to operate telephone
• Ability to lift a minimum of 100 pounds. This position requires lifting and carrying furniture and other goods. The Salvation Army maintains a policy that PPD (Personal Protection Equipment) and the assistance of a helper must be utilized when lifting heavy objects.
• Ability to operate a computer
• Ability to process written, visual, and / or verbal information
• Ability to operate basic office equipment and tools PC, Fax Machine, Telephone, Calculator, Copier, Printer.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position.

The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.

JOB DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGMENT :

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position.

The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.