Truck Driver Thrift Store

Job Title

Truck Driver-Thrift Store

Mission Statement

To transform lives through love and service.

Summary

The Truck Driver-Thrift Store is the link between donors of merchandise, recipients of merchandise and the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store. The Truck Driver-Thrift Store will help with the retrieval of donated goods, clothing, and furniture donated from individuals and families from the local community and surrounding areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Drive a pre-scheduled route, assigned by the Thrift Store Manager and/or Assistant Manager, to pick up donations and/or deliver merchandise to customers and clients

Load and unload a variety of merchandise including furniture, bedding, appliances, household items and clothing

Assist in using lifts, dollies, and other equipment for heavy items, as well as safety belts to prevent personal injury

Operate the vehicle in a safe and responsible manner, observing all rules of the road as well as those established by management

Be cognizant, at all times and under all circumstances, that the vehicle and its personnel are "ambassadors of goodwill" and a "moving billboard" for St. Vincent de Paul CARES

Be responsible for the cleanliness of the vehicle and the need for preventive maintenance, including oil changes

Perform other duties that may be assigned by the Manager or Assistant Manager including daily tasks and check lists

Complete daily logs and adhere to the truck maintenance schedule

Other Responsibilities

Complies with all applicable training requirements

Complies with all company safety, personnel and operational policies and procedures

Complies with work schedule to ensure effective operations of Agency programs

Contributes positively as a member of a productive and cooperative team

Performs other duties as necessary to fulfill the St. Vincent de Paul CARES Mission

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Able to speak, write and understand English

Possess basic computer skills

Must be sensitive to and respect cultural diversity amongst clients, staff, and volunteers and able to work with diverse racial, ethnic, and economic groups

Flexible work schedule including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

Ability to set appropriate limits, work under deadlines and multi-task

Ability to organize, prioritize, self-motivate, and deliver results

Excellent communication and listening skills

Possess strong work ethics

Successfully pass Law Enforcement background screening.

Valid Florida driver's license if driving an agency vehicle or a personal vehicle for company business

Must have reliable transportation

Participate in Agency Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) program and Accreditation/ Reaccreditation process

Mission-driven attitude supplemented with integrity and passion

Adherence to the highest ethical standards, personally and professionally

A high level of openness and willingness to receive feedback/suggestions from superiors and others, and to learn new skills to improve job performance

Evidence of deep alignment with the St. Vincent de Paul CARES Mission and Values

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Driving record must be free from violations

Knowledgeable on road and safety regulations

A knowledge of the south Pinellas County area

Ability to read road maps

Excellent driving record for at least 3-years prior to employment

Education and Experience

This position requires a high school diploma or GED certificate

A clean Florida Driver's License (CDL preferred but not required)

Employee Benefits

Health Insurance

Life insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision insurance

Short- and Long Term Disability

120 hours of PTO accrued biweekly starting at day 1 of employment

13 Paid Holidays to include Employee's birthday and Date of Hire

403(b) with employer match up to 3%

General Physical Demands

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made, if appropriate, to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of job.

Mental Demands

Must handle new and diverse work problems on a daily basis. Personal maturity is an important attribute. Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. Must have the ability to listen objectively to people, perceive the real problem and assist in bringing issues to a successful conclusion. Must relate and interact with, volunteers, clients, contractors, visitors, and employees at all levels within the Agency.

Work Environment

Environment will occasionally become noisy due to equipment operations and interactions among clients and staff. There may be the possibility of being exposed to communicable disease, possible exposure to verbal abuse or similar behavior from residents/clients. On an as needed basis, employees may be called upon to work outside of the established work schedule or work odd hours. All information associated with the Agency is confidential.

St. Vincent de Paul CARES is an Equal Opportunity Employer.