JOB POSTING
Box Truck Driver (FT - 40 Hours), Washington Blvd
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Full-time | USD 20.00 HOUR
Box Truck Driver - Local & Surrounding Areas
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Job Type: Part-time, Regular
Schedule: 40 hours per week, M-F, some weekends possible
Benefits: Health, DVH, Pension & more...
Join a team where every mile makes an impact! As a Driver for The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center & Thrift Stores, you'll help transform donations into hope for our community. You'll represent The Salvation Army with professionalism, provide outstanding donor service, and ensure the safe and efficient transportation of donated items that support our mission.
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/Drivers
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!
Qualifications
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 with For-Hire Endorsement
- 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.