Driver Helper

Job Description

Job Description

Description : GENERAL SUMMARY :

The Driver Helper, a full-time position, works under the supervision of the Transportation Manager and is responsible for assisting the Driver with loading and unloading trucks and trailers as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Assist with the loading and unloading of all donated goods, ensuring proper sorting and placement of materials into designated containers.
• Assist in loading and unloading of all trucks and trailers with processed goods and materials for store shipments, salvage and trash runs.
• Assist drivers with navigation and observation of potential hazards.
• Ensures compliance with all Goodwill Industries® Sacramento Valley Northern Nevada policies, CARF standards, and safety and security regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements : QUALIFICATIONS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required.

POSITION INFORMATION :

This position is a full time, non-exempt position eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance; 403(b) retirement plan; Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave. This position is employed by Goodwill Industries® of Sacramento Valley and Northern Nevada, Inc.

POSITIONS SUPERVISED :

WORK CONDITIONS / HAZARDS :

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must be able lift and / or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Work environment is usually fast paced.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

This job description does not cover all the activities, duties or responsibilities required of this role. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice to accommodate the needs of the organization.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.