Driver / Warehouse Assistant

Driver Warehouse Assistant

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 and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

This position is responsible for driving a truck to collect donations from various locations and bring them and unload them and store them at our local building / warehouse, plus assist at the warehouse (Social Services) under the direction of the Service Extension Director. This position helps the Service Center Director during Christmas Fundraising, Christmas Distribution, Food Distribution, other distributions or assistance that is seasonal, or part of the daily services provided at the Baker City Service Center.

Education and Work Experience :

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent or two years' work experience. Safe driving record. Candidates should have prior experience driving a truck with a gross vehicle weight of 25,999 that has air brakes. The proper candidate will be able to maintain this truck (DEF fluid refills, checking all fluids, air pressure of tires and filling trip logs ect.). A Commercial Driver's license (CDL) is not necessary. A valid Oregon driver's license is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :

Good communication skills with coworkers and with the public. Ability to work in a team environment. Ability to work in a sometimes-chaotic environment while remaining focused on the task at hand. Ability to follow instructions and safety requirements. Respectful, courteous attitude toward customers & fellow workers. Valid Driver's License. Acceptable MVR report. Ability to pass The Salvation Army Decision Driving Test with a score of 75 or better. Ability to pass criminal background check for working with vulnerable youth and / or adults. Insurable and remain insured by The Salvation Army's insurance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Additional Essential Duties and Responsibilities (As Truck Driver) :

• Inspect truck daily and report any corrections needed immediately to Supervisor.
• Ensure truck is clean and presentable (including interior). Gas and DEF as necessary. Check tire pressure and examine tires regularly.
• Monitor first aid kit and fire extinguisher to ensure they are stocked and up to date.
• Drive in a safe, courteous manner and obey all traffic laws.
• All other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor.

Additional Essential Duties and Responsibilities (As warehouse Assistant) :

Physical Requirements :

Must have the ability to, but not limited to, the following : sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, climb, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis, grasp, push, pull objects, reach overhead, lift 40 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds assisted on occasion with no restrictions. This position requires the employee to work outdoors, indoors, and on a truck. The employee must be prepared for all types of weather conditions and working environments that they may incur on any given shift. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, hand, or feel objects, tools, or controls; to talk or hear; reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.