Senior Center Donation Pick Up Driver and Support Staff

Job Description

Job Description

Part-time, Non-exempt

Reports to: Senior Citizen Director

Wage: $11.00 - 13.00 per hour

Approximately 20 - 25 hours per week

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under the general supervision of the Senior Citizen Director, the Donation Pick-Up Driver & Support Staff is responsible for safely operating organization vehicles to collect donated goods from commercial donors. This role serves as a primary public-facing representative of the Pleasant Grove Jacobs Senior Center, ensuring a courteous, professional experience for every donor. The Donation Pick-Up Driver & Support Staff is expected to work approximately 20-25 hours each week.

FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Vehicle Operation & Safety:
  • Safely drive and maneuver Pleasant Grove City pickup truck in compliance with all local, state and federal traffic laws.
  • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle safety inspections (checking oil, tires, lights and fluid levels).
  • Maintain clean interior and exterior vehicle cab and cargo areas.
  • Log daily mileage, gas receipts, and maintenance issues, reporting mechanical concerns to management immediately.
• Donation Collecting & Handling:
  • Load and unload donated items safely, using proper lifting techniques and equipment (e.g. dollies, hand trucks, or liftgates) to prevent damage.
  • Assess the quality and condition of donated goods on-site and make polite, independent decisions on whether to accept or decline items based on organizational guidelines.
  • Secure and strap down cargo properly to ensure safe transport.
• Customer Service & Communication:
  • Greet donors warmly, collect official tax/in-kind donation receipts, and express gratitude on behalf of the organization.
  • Communicate arrival times and route updates with donors and Senior Citizen Director.
  • Represent the organization's mission clearly and positively.
• Administrative Support :
  • Unload, sort, weigh, or log incoming donations at the store, pantry, or warehouse facility.
  • Supervise or coordinate with employees and volunteers on placement of donations.Assist director with any necessary reporting, especially related to donations.
  • Assist director and staff with Senior Center duties when not on the road.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Certification:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Utah Driver's License.

Experience:

• Prior pickup truck driving experience.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of general supervisory and managerial principles and practices.

Skills/Abilities:

• Skill in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, subordinates and other employees.
• This position may require use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicle safely, possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.
• Abilit to lift heavy items (Frequently 50 – 70 pounds).
• Ability to spend long hours standing, bending, kneeling, lifting and climbing in and out of the truck or warehouse environments.
• Ability to pass background checks and drug screenings as required by the organization.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions exist.

DISCLAIMER

Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

Job descriptions assist organizations in ensuring that the hiring process is fairly administered and that qualified employees are selected. They are also essential to an effective appraisal system and related promotion, transfer, layoff and termination decisions. Well-constructed job descriptions are an integral part of any effective compensation system.

All descriptions have been reviewed in an attempt to illustrate essential functions and basic duties, in addition to 'peripheral tasks' or that could generally be considered "other duties as assigned". In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. Requirements, skills and abilities included have been determined to illustrate the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions.

In accordance with Americans with Disabilities Act, r easonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions & duties as described.