Route Driver

The Route Driver is responsible for collecting donated goods from assigned donation bins by driving a company truck along scheduled routes. They ensure donations are picked up safely, efficiently, and delivered to designated locations.

Responsibilities

• Drive a company truck to collect donated goods from assigned donation bins.
• Ensure all donations are picked up safely and delivered to designated locations.
• Adhere to route-based schedules and demonstrate punctuality.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, and the public.
• Organize and multitask by managing routes, logs, and collections efficiently.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and perform basic safety checks.
• Load and unload materials efficiently.

• Safe driving and vehicle operation, particularly of a 16’–26’ straight truck.
• Time management and reliability, ensuring punctuality on route-based schedules.
• Physical strength and stamina, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Effective communication skills with supervisors, team, and the public.
• Experience driving box trucks (2+ years preferred).
• Ability to use route software and collection logs.
• Proficiency in conducting vehicle inspections and basic safety checks.

• Organizational skills for handling routes, logs, and collections.
• Problem-solving skills to handle traffic delays or route changes.
• Attention to detail for logging, inspections, and accurate collection tracking.
• Professional interaction with the public at donation sites.
• Clear communication with supervisors and team members.
• Strong reliability and punctuality.
• Self-motivation and comfort in working independently.
• Accountability for managing company vehicle and collected goods.
• Consistent adherence to safety procedures and company policies.
• Defensive driving and awareness of surroundings.

Engage in mission-driven work by directly supporting charitable efforts and making a visible impact in the community. Enjoy the independence and autonomy over your daily schedule and workflow with minimal supervision. Benefit from stability and structure with a consistent schedule available Monday through Saturday, with clearly defined routes and responsibilities. Ideal for candidates who prefer physical, hands-on work, this role combines driving with movement rather than desk work. Enhance your skills in logistics and route planning, commercial driving, operations, and warehouse coordination.

Work Environment

The work environment is structured around a consistent schedule from Monday through Saturday, with a focus on driving and physical tasks. The role requires adherence to safety procedures, routine vehicle inspections, and safe equipment handling. Dress code is casual, suitable for an active role combining driving and physical work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Buffalo, NY.

The pay range for this position is $45448.00 - $45448.00/yr.

Health and Insurance Medical, dental, and vision coverage (typical for Tier 1 roles) Life insurance and disability coverage options Paid Time Off Paid vacation and sick time Possible paid holidays Retirement 401(k) or retirement savings plan (if offered at organization level)

This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.