Truck Driver I

Truck Driver I - Hourly, Non-Exempt

Job Functions:

• Logistics: Transport materials, donations, and salvage between stores and warehouses.
• Material Handling: Load/unload trucks, often using pallet jacks or hand trucks, and securely arrange gaylords/skids, and other cargo.
• Assists warehouse staff and others to prepare loads, maintain documentation, and clean warehouses.
• Vehicle Care: Perform daily inspections and routine maintenance checks.
• Fuels vehicles, records fueling data on receipts and submits copies in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all MDOT, OSHA, and company safety protocols.
• Adheres to safety policies regarding handling of equipment and storage of merchandise within specified areas.
• Follows safety rules, ensures safe operating conditions are followed within area of responsibility, wears required personal protective equipment and clothing, keeping truck, and loading areas clean and orderly.
• Customer Service: Represent Goodwill professionally when interacting with donors and staff.
• Works from company policies, standards, and instructions, vehicle inspection lists, driver logs, shippers, and other related documentation; submits required reports at the end of each shift.

Competencies:

• All positions at Goodwill Industries of West Michigan require that the individual possess strong personal motivation/initiative, problem solving orientation, commitment to excellence, an ability to work well with diverse teams, and a strong commitment to our organizational mission.
• Additionally, this position requires the following:
• Flexibility/adaptability
• Customer orientation
• Ability to work independently
• Positive attitude and ability to work well within a team environment

Education:

GED/diploma required

Experience:

1 year in Box Truck driving required

Certifications/Licenses:

Valid driver's license and insurance required

CDL preferred

Powered industrial truck license preferred

Valid Non-CDL Class C license required

Physical Environment:

Exposure to dust and debris from donated goods

30% outside and 70% inside

Exposure may possibly include extreme cold or heat, noise or vibration and fumes

Other Requirements:

Travel within GIWM territory (generally in agency vehicle)

Ability to work weekends and some holidays