Store Donation Attendant - Alabaster
What's In It For You!
- EVERY employee is bonus eligible after 90 days!!
- Employee discounts
- Variety of jobs including Monday-Friday day shifts
- Need flexible part time hours? We've got'em!
- Growth opportunities
- Help others through our charity partners
- Save the environment!
Why We Will Love You
- You provide outstanding service to all donors
- You aren't afraid of working in the ever-changing weather
- You are committed to working safely and efficiently
- You are a team player and ready to work with a diverse group of co-workers
- You are organized and can keep the work area neat and presentable
- You are at least 18years old and ready to join or Shipping and Receiving team!
What Happens in Shipping and Receiving Anyway?
- Interact with donors to accept and process donations at trailer sites in an outdoor setting; provide outstanding service to all donors
- Receive newly donated items from our Donations team
- Help us be green and sustainable, sort and ship recyclable items
- Lift up to 50 lbs.
- Work in the heat, the cold and in wet weather conditions
- Unload trailers in a safe and efficient manner
Teamwork Makes The Dream Work
Our dock team works together to take great care of items provided by our donors and provide excellent treasures for our customers. Whether we are shipping items that didn’t make it to the salesfloor to our wholesale team or separating out recyclable materials, we combine our passion for customers and community service in all that we do.
Why You Will Love Us: Our Mission, Vision and Values
Mission
To Give Back! By...
- Positively impacting the environment and the communities we serve
- providing values that meet our customer's needs and wants
- reducing millions of pounds of waste each year
- supporting local charities
- creating jobs
Vision
To be the Thrift Brand of Choice in the Southeast and online by offering The Best in value, variety & selection, and convenience for our customers and donors.
- People First
- We invest in what matters most to us: You. Your goals are our goals; your success is our success. We care about family and work-life balance. We value what makes you, You!
- Customers and Donors
- Our business starts and ends with both the contributions of our donors and the loyalty of our customers. We deliver a 1st class second-hand experience by providing our customers unsurpassed value & selection.
- Community
- We enhance communities by supporting charities, providing values and creating jobs. Through sustainable shopping we protect the environment and reduce waste.
- Continuous Improvement
- We empower our people to improve the business and promote an entrepreneurial spirit. Continuous improvement isn't just about margins; it's about development, personal growth, teamwork and collaboration. "How can we improve" are the most important words in business.
- Growth
- Growth is our commitment. We invest in the growth of our people, our donations, and our sales. Our growth supports our mission: To Give Back.
Position Title: Store Donation Attendant
Department: Operations
Reports to: Shipping/Receiving Supervisor
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Position Purpose and Objectives
America’s Thrift Stores is seeking dedicated Store Donation Center Attendants to support our donation collection programs. We are looking for individuals with exceptional customer service skills, a strong work ethic, and a passion for making a difference in their communities. Successful candidates will enhance donation efforts by maintaining clean, organized, and efficient collection sites while providing a positive experience for donors. This role is ideal for self-motivated individuals who excel in fast-paced environments and are committed to operational excellence.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Greet donors and accept donations at designated trailer sites in an outdoor setting.
- Maintain and organize donation trailer sites and collection boxes in accordance with company standards.
- Ensure cleanliness and operational efficiency of donation sites.
- Safely and efficiently load and unload donations from trailers and collection boxes.
- Work in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain.
- Deliver exceptional customer service to donors, ensuring a positive experience.
- Educate donors and the public about our mission and the impact of their contributions.
- Maintain positive relationships with donors and the community.
- Accurately record and report daily donation activity.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Skills and Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Capable of frequent bending, stooping, crouching, pushing, pulling, and climbing stairs or ramps.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to track and report donations accurately.
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
- Successful completion of background check and drug screen.
Competencies
Never- 0%, Occasionally- 1-33%, Frequently- 34-66%, Continuously- 67-100%
Physical Demands:
- Frequently - Carrying up to 50 lbs., pushing and pulling up to 25 lbs., lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing up to 14-foot height, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, handling and smelling.
- Frequently - Walking on tile/concrete, bending, feeling, and reaching waist/overhead level.
- Continuously - Standing on tile/concrete, talking, seeing, and hearing.
Other:
- Mostly regular and weekend hours, occasionally working evenings and holiday hours as needed.
- Working environment includes inside of building withsemi- controlled temperatures and outside conditions with varying weather and temperatures.
Other duties as assigned: Please note that this job description may not cover every duty or responsibility that might arise in the course of employment. Employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned, which may not be explicitly stated in this document. This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this position. The duties and responsibilities outlined here are intended to provide an overview of the primary functions of the role, but they may change as the needs of the organization evolve.
Other details
- Pay Type Hourly
- Min Hiring Rate $11.00
- America's Thrift Stores, 218 2nd Street SW, Alabaster, Alabama, United States of America