Donation Pick Up Driver

Description

Position: Donation Pick Up Driver (Portland Area)

Department: Retail - Resource Development & Operations

Reports to: Logistics & Fleet Manager

Status: Full-time; non-exempt

Level: A

Compensation: $17.34/hour to $20.61/hour; See Starting Salary Expectations section below.

About Us

At Habitat for Humanity Portland Region, we believe that everyone deserves a stable and affordable place to call home. Founded in 1981, we have built and repaired homes in partnership with over 3,000 people across the Portland region. Habitat for Humanity Portland Region is an independent affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, a global home-building movement and top private home builder in the country.

We are intentional about building a healthy and thriving organizational culture and envision a community of staff, partners, volunteers, and donors who are deeply committed to equitable and anti-racist practices in every facet of our organization. We engage in continual learning and seek ways to operationalize equitable practices. Our Equity Statement and Cultural Compact are living, breathing documents that we continually work toward.

Habitat for Humanity Portland Region operates out of two offices (Hillsboro and NE Portland), three brick and mortar stores (Beaverton, Gresham and Portland), one warehouse (NE Portland), and construction sites in east and west Portland, Beaverton, Hillsboro, King City, Gresham, and Lake Oswego. Please visit our website and social media pages to learn more.

Note to Candidates

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We recognize that requirements for educational and experience minimums create unnecessary barriers for under-served populations in pursuing employment opportunities in which they may be successful. In considering this alongside our Equity practices, we removed educational and experience minimum requirements to focus on candidates' abilities to excel based on the position's responsibilities. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described.

Position Overview

The Donation Pick Up Driver performs residential and business pick-ups of donated items that will be sold in our stores. This driver will be Portland based, with service area routing in and around Portland and the NE Portland warehouse. Responsibilities include following route work orders, understanding donation acceptance criteria, vehicle inspection, and being a model representative of Habitat for Humanity and the ReStores. Drivers are expected to perform all work safely, efficiently, and effectively, and to use polite and respectful communication with staff, volunteers, donors, and customers.

Responsibilities

• Drive a box truck in a safe, law-abiding manner, and in accordance with organization policies
• Prepare for each workday utilizing the Truck Safety Checklist and reviewing daily route work orders
• Load and unload donated items safely
• Ensure every donation meets current donation criteria and provide properly completed donation receipts
• Communicate with donors politely and respectfully, including declining items that do not meet donation criteria, changes to scheduled pick up time, and gratitude for their generosity
• Accept and document fees collected in accordance with organization policies
• Report concerns or issues with donors or volunteers as they arise
• Monitor vehicle maintenance and report any issues or potential problems to the manager
• Assist ReStore staff with unloading trucks and other tasks as time permits
• Assist with new driver and volunteer training
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Experience

• Competent use of box trucks, GPS, phone systems, and warehouse equipment
• Ability to safely use equipment to maneuver large loads
• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds on an ongoing basis
• Knowledge of appropriate attire and neat appearance for work environment
• Skill in working in a team with staff and volunteers, following the lead and direction of leadership
• Communication skills for sharing Habitat's and ReStore's mission and purpose, and interacting effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and varied languages
• Time management skills, including timely arrival for shifts, taking appropriate breaks, and accuracy in reporting hours
• Knowledge of, as well as the desire and ability to teach, safety requirements
• Ability to adapt to a changing work environment
• Valid driver's license
• Meet Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles regulations
  
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Experience

• Any qualifying combination of education, certification, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Experience volunteering and/or managing volunteers
  
  

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This job operates in an open, warehouse retail environment and on both urban and rural streets

This position is very active and requires and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, climbing, and lifting throughout the entire workday

This employee must frequently lift, move, and/or load items over 50 pounds with mechanical assistance and/or a team lift

Schedule

• 40 hours a week, includes weekends
  
  

Starting Salary Expectations

Minimum $17.34/hour to wage range midpoint of $20.61/hour. Placement will generally not exceed the midpoint based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The full wage range is $17.34/hour to $24.28/hour.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes

• Health insurance (medical, vision, alternative care, prescription)
• Health reimbursement arrangement (HRA)
• Dental insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 3% matching 403(b) retirement plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Short-term & long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• And more!
  
  

How to Apply

Submit the following materials at: https://bit.ly/HABCAREERS

• Cover letter addressing how your personal and professional experiences have prepared you for this position.
• Resume
• Three professional references
  
  

Employment is contingent on passing a background check.

Habitat for Humanity Portland Region hires a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive. Habitat for Humanity Portland Region is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Note: This job description is intended as a guideline only and does not limit in any way the duties or responsibilities of any employee. Nothing herein shall be construed as a contract of employment, expressed or implied. All employment is terminable at will, with or without cause.

Salary17.34 - 20.61 Hour

Listing Type

Jobs

Categories

Nonprofit | Transportation

Position Type

Full Time

Employer Type

Direct Employer

Salary Min

17.34

Salary Max

20.61

Salary Type

/hr.