Truck Driver

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith based organization, has a job opening for a Full-Time Truck Driver for the Family Thrift Store, located in Columbus, MS. Job Summary: Drives Salvation Army truck along scheduled route to pick-up donations and/or deliver merchandise to customers; operates the truck in compliance with established Salvation Army standards and state driving regulations; lifts, carries, loads and unloads variety of donations including furniture, appliances, clothing, etc.; ensures the safety, security, and accountability of the vehicle and donations at all times; assists in performing work in the thrift store and warehouse. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the assigned geographical area. Ability to organize pick-up tickets and to schedule route in a manner that saves time and gasoline consumption. Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers. Education and Experience: High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred but not required, and one year experience driving a heavy‑duty truck or large van, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Licenses and Certifications: Valid State Driver's License. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Work requires driving a vehicle daily with exposure to the outdoors where there are physical discomforts associated with changes in weather such as rain, cold, snow, heat or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like. Additional Information: All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Must have clean driving record; Prior box truck experience preferred All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr