Truck Driver

Job Details

Airport - Mobile, AL Full Time None $ $19.00 Hourly Sun-Sat 8am-5pm some nights also

Description
TITLE:
Truck Driver
DATE WRITTEN:
02/01/2023

DEPARTMENT:
Donated Goods
SUPERVISED BY:
Logistics Manager

SUPERVISES:
n/a
STATUS:
Hourly, Full-time or Part-Time

Mission Contribution
To ensure the efficient and cost effective flow of goods and other material to maximize profitability and increase employment and/or training opportunities.

Function
To safely transport items from donations sites to designated processing locations.

Essential Duties

• Ensures World Class customer service to donors and our internal customers.
• Drives a box truck in a safe and efficient manner, complying with all state, federal and local driving laws.
• Performs pre trip and post trip safety inspection on vehicle.
• Monitors truck for proper operation informing the Logistics Manager of necessary repairs or safety hazards.
• Follows a daily dispatched schedule and follows route in a timely manner.
• Safely transport donated goods from donation locations to processing sites.
• Loads and unloads equipment into designated areas at the processing site.
• Communicate route location to the supervisor of the next location.
• Maintains a clean and hazard free truck, using chocks when parking and safety straps to secure donations inside truck.
• Keeps necessary safety equipment in truck as outlined in the transportation manual.
• Minimize accidents by making sure that safety and accident reporting standards are followed and preventive measures are taken.
• Performs assigned duties within the framework of our Mission, Vision, Core Values and Guiding Principles.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or VP Donated Goods Retail.
• Acts as a positive role model for employees in all aspects of professional performance.
• Regular attendance is required as outlined in Goodwills attendance policy.

Skills, knowledge and abilities:
(these are required to enable job holder to perform the essential functions of the job).

• Must be able to drive an automatic transmission truck.
• Must be able to interact cordially and productively with a variety of people.
• Must be able to market Goodwill and explain the mission to the general public.
• Must be able to take initiative and work well with little supervision.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly in English.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, on short notice, including weekends, holidays and occasionally in excess of 40 hours per week.
• Must be able to see and read street signs and signals.
• Ability to function in a hectic work environment with occasional periods of high stress.
• Must have a valid drivers license for at least 3 years, must be 21 years of age and be insurable through the agencys insurance carrier.
• Must pass DOT physical and drug screen, including random drug testing as required by the Drug Free Workplace policy.

Experience And Education Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• One year driving experience training preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and 100 lbs. with assistance, regularly.
• Must be able to move equipment on wheels over 100 lbs.
• Must be able to frequent walking, bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Must be able to engage in prolonged sitting while in a moving vehicle.
• Ability to use fingers, hands and wrists, repetitively.

Working Conditions
Frequent physical exertion and exposure to donated goods; regular travel throughout the Gulf Coast area. May be subjected to the usual hazards of highway driving.

Critical Performance Factors

• Customer Service
• Safety/Accident Prevention
• Efficiency of the flow of goods, equipment and material