Truck Driver_NE-AOK_401-Thrift Store Department

Truck Driver -NE_Thrift Store Department-401

Location:  Fayetteville, AR        

About this opportunity:

Drives Salvation Army truck along scheduled route to pick-up donations and/or deliver merchandise to customers; operates the truck/van in compliance with established Salvation Army standards and state driving regulations; lifts, carries, loads and unloads variety of donations including furniture, appliances, clothing, etc., ensures the safety, security and accountability of the vehicle and donations at all times; assists in performing work in the Thrift Store and warehouse.

Key responsibilities:

• Organizes scheduled pick-ups by most direct routes to save time and fuel consumption.
• Confers regularly with the Dispatcher to maintain awareness of scheduled pick-ups of donations in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintains good relationships with donors to promote a favorable image of The Salvation Army.
• Ensures the truck meets the scheduled maintenance and performs operations maintenance in accordance with established standards.

What we are looking for in you:

• High School diploma or GED AND one year experience driving a heavy-duty truck or large van. Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Valid State Driver’s License (required)

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively.
• Ability to read and follow a map and/or handwritten directions.
• Ability to perform strenuous, heavy work involving the lifting and carrying of heavy objects.
• Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.
• Ability to drive a heavy-duty truck.

Employee Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays with Pay
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan and more!

Why work for us?

The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army strives to do the “Most Good” for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans.  Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.

When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings. Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available). Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.

We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!