Donation Pickup & Delivery Driver (Local Routes)

Job Description

Donation Pickup & Delivery Driver (Local Routes)

Location:
Des Moines, IA
Pay:
$18.00 per hour
Job Type:
Full-time
Schedule:
40 hours per week, Monday - Saturday mostly 1st shift but flexible scheduling required
Benefits:

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and hearing coverage

Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance

Employer-paid basic long-term disability coverage

Optional voluntary life, short-term disability, and enhanced long-term disability coverage

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) retirement savings plan

Employer-funded pension plan for eligible employees

About the Role

At The Salvation Army Thrift Store, your work helps turn donations into funding for programs that support people in our community.
We're seeking a professional and courteous driver to transport materials to and from specified destinations. This role is essential in representing The Salvation Army while providing exceptional service to our donors and maintaining efficient operations.

What You'll Do

Transportation & Logistics

Follow scheduled routing procedures efficiently

Drive Salvation Army truck for pickups and deliveries

Ensure security and safe handling of all goods and materials

Perform daily pre and post-trip inspections of vehicles

Maintain equipment in excellent working order

Comply with all DOT and OSHA regulations

Train and Certify New Production Assistants

Customer Service

Act as a personal representative of The Salvation Army

Ensure all donors are treated courteously and respectfully

Communicate donation acceptance policy with donors

Report any pickup problems to dispatcher

Maintain professional appearance per ARC dress code

Operations Support

Use DSS program and assigned iPad apps effectively

Support beneficiaries in work therapy goals through training and mentoring

Handle loading and unloading of trucks as needed

Wear all assigned PPE including gloves, masks, and back guard

Report any safety or security concerns immediately

Why Join Us

Mission-driven work that supports programs in your community

On-the-job training

Team-oriented environment

Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program, and more!

What You Need

Required

Education & Experience

High School Degree or equivalent

At least two years licensed driving experience

Must pass pre-employment DOT screen, drug test, and background check

Skills & Abilities

Strong communication skills in English

Basic computer skills including payroll system

Proficiency with mobile applications

Basic math skills

Excellent manual dexterity

Professional demeanor and customer service orientation

Required Certifications

Valid Driver's License

Clear MVR report

Successful completion of required testing

Physical Requirements

Regularly required to stand, use hands, handle, feel, hear, and talk

Frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms

Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch

Must regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds

Occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds

Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and focus adjustment

Work Environment

Store and warehouse environments

Quiet to moderate noise level

May experience dusty conditions

Temperature fluctuations based on weather

Flexible schedule including early shifts, late shifts, and some weekends

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are returning to work, U.S. Veterans, people with disabilities, people impacted by the justice system, and people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.