What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-Time Truck Driver (Production Assistant), Washington Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN position at The Salvation Army USA Central Territory?
The Salvation Army Mission:
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 an to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Job Objective:
This position drives a Salvation Army truck to pick up and transport materials to and from specified destinations as assigned, while consistently representing The Salvation Army with a professional and polite demeanor and providing exceptional service.
Essential Functions:
- Act as a personal representative of The Salvation Army and ensures that all donors are treated courteously and respectfully.
- Follow routing procedures as scheduled.
- Use efficiency and care to ensure the security and safe handling of all goods and materials.
- Communicate effectively using the DSS program and other apps as assigned on the iPad.
- Communicate donation acceptance policy with donors and report any problems with pick-ups to the dispatcher.
- Support beneficiaries to maximize work therapy goals and promote their success through training and mentoring.
- Responsible for the safety and security of the truck and equipment, including daily pre and post-trip inspections of air, water, oil, lights, etc. to maintain equipment in excellent working order.
- Ensures compliance to all DOT and OSHA regulations and requirements.
- Immediately reports any safety or security concerns to management including accidents involving truck, personal injury, or property damage.
- Wear any and all assigned PPE provided, including but not limited to gloves, masks, or back guard.
- Maintain a neat appearance in accordance with ARC dress code policy for drivers.
- Responsible for loading and unloading of trucks as needed.
- Must be available for a flexible schedule; to work early shifts, late shifts, and some weekends.
- Other duties as assigned.
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The requirements listed are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for the position.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.
