Seasonal Kettle Route Driver

Job Description

Job Description

  J ob Title:  Seasonal Kettle Route Driver

FLSA Status : Seasonal, Full Time - non-exempt
Reports to:  Kettle Coordinator/Assistant Kettle Coordinator

Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday 40hrs

Supervises:  N/A

Rate of Pay : $18/hour

Closing   Date: 11/5/2026

Benefits : Seasonal; Full-Time, Non-Exempt employees are eligible for but not limited to the following:

• Sick leave benefit – 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire; sick time accrual is pro-rated for part-time hours.)

Function

The Route Manager primary responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Drop off, pick up and set up for kettle stands.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Drop off and pick up kettles following the provided schedule route.

· Ensure all Kettles are secure with lock and set up properly when dropped off for start of Bell Ringing shift.

· Must be a person of high integrity.

· Pick up kettles at the end of Bell ringing day and report any signs of tampering of Kettle when concerned.

· Conduct pre-vehicle safety checks of brakes, headlights, tires, etc.

· On-time regular attendance is a must

· Commitment to the mission of The Salvation Army

· Hands-on Team Player

· To motivate the assigned bell ringing locations to interact with the public and give good will.

· Other duties as assigned, related to Kettles.

Education/Experience

- High school graduate or equivalent, good understanding of non-profit organization with knowledge of “best practices.

Qualifications

- Clean Driver’s Record

- Ability to drive in inclement weather

Driving

· If the position requires driving:

o A minimum age of 21 (for insurance provision) and possession of a valid in-state driver’s license is required.

o An MVR will be processed every year in accordance with The Salvation Army’s policies.

Background Check

Continued employment will be contingent upon a biennial (every two years) background check that is processed in accordance with The Salvation Army’s policies.

Physical Requirements

· Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.

· Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead.

· Ability to operate telephone.

· Ability to lift 25 pounds.

· Ability to access and produce information from the computer.

· Ability to understand written information.

· Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.