Donation Pickup & Delivery Driver (Local Routes)

Donation Pickup & Delivery Driver (Local Routes)

Location:

Des Moines, IA
Pay:

$18.00 per hour
Job Type:

Full-time
Schedule:

40 hours per week, Monday - Saturday mostly 1st shift but flexible scheduling required
Benefits:

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and hearing coverage

Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance

Employer-paid basic long-term disability coverage

Optional voluntary life, short-term disability, and enhanced long-term disability coverage

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) retirement savings plan

Employer-funded pension plan for eligible employees

About the Role

At The Salvation Army Thrift Store, your work helps turn donations into funding for programs that support people in our community.

Were seeking a professional and courteous driver to transport materials to and from specified destinations. This role is essential in representing The Salvation Army while providing exceptional service to our donors and maintaining efficient operations.

What Youll Do

Transportation & Logistics

Follow scheduled routing procedures efficiently

Drive Salvation Army truck for pickups and deliveries

Ensure security and safe handling of all goods and materials

Perform daily pre and post-trip inspections of vehicles

Maintain equipment in excellent working order

Comply with all DOT and OSHA regulations

Train and Certify New Production Assistants

Customer Service

Act as a personal representative of The Salvation Army

Ensure all donors are treated courteously and respectfully

Communicate donation acceptance policy with donors

Report any pickup problems to dispatcher

Maintain professional appearance per ARC dress code

Operations Support

Use DSS program and assigned iPad apps effectively

Support beneficiaries in work therapy goals through training and mentoring

Handle loading and unloading of trucks as needed

Wear all assigned PPE including gloves, masks, and back guard

Report any safety or security concerns immediately

Why Join Us

Mission-driven work that supports programs in your community

On-the-job training

Team-oriented environment

Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program, and more!