Union DRC Associate

Who We Are
For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

Union DRC Associate : Assists with the efficient processing of raw materials to and through the sorting, baling, and/or shipping systems by exercising safe and careful material handling procedures while adhering to established categories and standards.

You will assist in efficient and effective reclamation, processing and/or distribution of goods and donations. The incumbent will be knowledgeable of and strictly follow all legislative safety procedures.

Our ideal candidate is a Distribution/recycling enthusiast who is customer focused, can maintain their composure, and has the ability to communicate and build relationships. In doing so, the candidate will be action oriented, drive results, and will strive to become an expert in their role through continuous self-development and learning.

We provide

A passionate fast-paced environment where you will be immersed in our operations and service;

Firsthand experience of the impact of our work in our communities.

Union DRC Associate Job Tasks

• Maintains a safe and healthy work environment through compliance with Health & Safety regulation
• Must adhere to CVOR and organizational policies on vehicle safety and operation
• Attentive to the safe keeping of The Salvation Army property including donations
• Provide guests and donors with courteous and diplomatic service
• Responsible to assist with furniture/large donation pick ups
• Responsible to assist in loading and unloading goods at the Distribution and Recycling Centre, Stores, and other destinations
• Assists maintaining Distribution and Recycling Centre clean and organized as time permits
• Greet donors and accept donations at the Distribution and Recycling Centre and Donor Welcome Center, if applicable
• Assist in loading guest purchases safely, if applicable
• Represent the Core Values in all that you do
• Perform other duties as assigned

Union DRC Associate Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 10 or equivalent
• Attentive to safe performance of your job
• Ability to follow rules and work safely
• Results driven with a focus on service
• Action oriented and able to communicate effectively while maintaining your composure in challenging situations
• Valid driver's licence preferred and may be required to provide a driver's abstract satisfactory to the employer
• Frequently exposed to a variety of environmental factors
• Flexible in work hours to achieve predetermined deadlines
• Substantial physical exertion is required for lifting and movement of heavy boxes and furniture – up to 75 lbs frequently and 50 lbs occasionally
• Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion

Working Conditions:

• Back room sorting and stock warehousing with consideration for safety factors 
• Constant attention to perform job safely is required. 
• Intermittent exposure to varying changes of heat or cold dependant on seasonal variances 
• Predetermined deadlines must be met 
• Work requires long periods of repetitious tasks 
• Substantial physical effort is required for lifting and movement of heavy boxes and furniture, and operation of some equipment 
• Constant high level of lifting, standing, walking, bending and twisting 

You can expect

• To join a hands-on work environment where you will be required to physically move through our operation while adhering to daily goals;
• We are operational 7 days a week and schedule our employees based on operational needs; days, evenings, weekends and holidays (Please Note: Our stores are open for shopping Monday to Saturday and Sundays we are open to receive donations).
• Work week - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday ( work days), Thursday & Friday(days off), Saturday and Sunday( work days)
• As part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring a safe and healthy work environment for all our employees, CSA approved footwear is required for all Retail and DRC positions within NRO. 

Compensation:

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.