Event Truck Driver

Event Truck DriverLocation: Alexandria, VA, United StatesJob Title: Event Truck DriverPay Range: Our starting pay ranges from $19.15 - $25.00 Savers Benefits Geographic & job eligibility rules may apply Healthcare Plans Comprehensive coverage (medical/dental/vision) at a reasonable cost Specialized health programs – Improve wellness (quit smoking, counseling, diabetes management, chronic joint pain) Paid Time Off Sick Pay Vacation Pay - Approximately 1-2 weeks 6 paid holidays plus 1 to 2 additional floating holidays Team member discounts Up to 50% off store merchandise Flexible spending accounts Use pre-tax dollars for eligible health and day care expenses Employee Assistance Program (EAP) A whole suite of free tools and resources to manage life’s challenges and maintain a healthy work-life balance Retirement Plan A 401k plan with generous company matching contributions to assist you in saving for a secure financial future. Life insurance Company provided peace of mind and the option to purchase a supplemental plan Additional Benefits Performance Merit IncreasesWho We Are: As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States, Canada and Australia for value priced pre-owned clothing, accessories and household goods, our mission is to champion reuse and inspire a future where secondhand is second nature. We supply our stores with gently-used, one-of-a-kind items that have been donated by the community to local nonprofit organizations. We purchase these items directly from our nonprofit partners, redirecting billions of pounds of used items away from landfills and on to our store racks and shelves for reuse, and providing our partners with valuable funding for their community-based programs and services. You’ll often hear us say that we are “Thrift Proud.” It’s the millions of loyal customers who visit our 300+ stores and our more than 22,000 team members that make it possible. Learn more about the Savers® family of thrift stores, our impact, and the #ThriftProud movement at savers.com. Our brands are Savers (in the U.S.), 2nd Ave (in the U.S.), Value Village (in the U.S. and Canada), Unique (in the U.S.), Village des Valeurs (in Quebec) and Savers Australia.What You Can Expect:The opportunity to celebrate uniqueness. We are made up of people from many different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, all with something special to contribute.To work in a purpose-driven company, with a business model that people love for our impact on both the planet and local communities.An investment in the career path interests of our people. With our aggressive store expansion plans, we recognize the importance of the continued growth and development of our team members.What You Get: Comprehensive onboarding and training from day one. In-house expertise! Our training department/Savers University develops and delivers robust training to every team member across our organization — from new hires to senior executives. We develop around 90% of our training internally, and partner with a variety of renowned providers to supplement our offerings.Essential Job Functions:Safely maneuver and operate a 18’-26’ box truck through in the local area which may include tights spacesComplete daily delivery and pickups of clothing, small furniture and other household items that may or may not be on cartsUnderstand local streets and complete routes and any other assigned stops efficientlyUnderstand how to use and follow GPS directionsComplete all required daily paperwork including vehicle inspection, delivery reports and maintenance formsAssist other drivers with workload when neededResponsible for ensuring that trucks are clean, swept and ready for use at the start of another shiftChecks vehicles to ensure proper safety and work conditions are in compliance with Savers policies and State lawsEmployment is conditional on receiving a DOT Medical Card, passing a pre-employment drug screen as well as having a Motor Vehicle Report without any violations or accidents within the last three yearsPerform other duties as assignedWhat You Have:Working knowledge of the assigned metro areasWorking knowledge of DOT, OSHA, state and Savers safety regulations and requirementsDemonstrate professional interpersonal relationship skillsDemonstrated strong customer service skillsDemonstrate skills showing initiative, personal responsibility, and accountabilityMust have prior driving experience, excellent knowledge of the roads in assigned areaStrong working knowledge of managing two-way communications and operating GPS toolsDemonstrated organization skillsDemonstrated customer service skillsAbility to operate a 18’-26’ box truck independentlyAbility to communicate orally and in writingAbility to multi-task several incoming and outgoing truck loads at any one given timeAbility to create drivers logs and reports as neededAbility to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formAbility to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and recordsAbility to set priorities, meet deadlines with flexibility, and multi-task with minimal directionAbility to be detailed-orientedMust have valid driver’s licenseMinimum Required Education, Training and Experience:2-3 years’ experience driving a 18’-26’ box truck preferred3-5 years clean driving recordPhysical Requirements:Ability to consistently/daily lift up to 70 lbsAbility to pull or push a pallet jack and cartAbility to stand frequently throughout the dayAbility to climb in and out of a truck frequently as job dictatesMinimum Age Requirements:Must be at least 21 years of age.FLSA: Non-Exempt Travel: Related to position only within geographical area and essential functions or other areas as assigned Location: 7210 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria, Virginia Savers is an E-Verify employer