On-Call Driver

On Call Driver

Under the supervision of the Stores General Manager, this position transports donated merchandise in a safe professional and efficient manner. Drivers are assigned routes to pick up donated goods and deliver them to the thrift store and deliver purchased items from the store to various locations.

Store hours: Saturday and Sunday 10:00am-2:00pm

Specific duties:

• Conducts daily pre and post trip inspections of vehicle.
• Loads and unloads truck with or without helper.
• Maintains regular communications with the general manager.
• Completes paperwork daily, weekly, and monthly as required.
• Maintains a courteous and professional attitude towards donors, volunteers, and other staff members.
• Transfer merchandise to necessary locations when needed.
• Securely load merchandise for safe transportation and to prevent damage.
• Secure load to prevent unnecessary damage.
• Performs any other duties assigned by the store's general manager
• Participate in and serve as a model for SVdP's Culture of Philanthropy, and ensure SVdP volunteers feel welcomed and appreciated

* Volunteer engagement and appreciation, as well as Culture of Philanthropy participation are part of all job descriptions at SVdP, and a very important part of the organizational culture and values

Required skills/special requirements:

• One year or more as a local route driver
• Valid Driver's license and clean driving record for at least 36 months
• Must meet DOT physical requirements; position is subject to random drug screen

Education and experience:

• High school diploma or GED

Physical requirements:

• Able to stand for extended periods, bend and stoop, kneel, lift up to 50 pounds, walk, see, and hear sufficiently to perform assigned tasks
• Able to communicate orally and in writing (english)
• Able to read at a level of comprehension sufficient to meet job requirements

About St. Vincent de Paul:

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is dedicated to feeding, clothing, housing and healing individuals and families in our community who have nowhere else to turn for help. As important, SVdP provides meaningful opportunities for volunteers to serve their neighbors in need with love and compassion.

As an employer, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul knows the importance of exceeding the expectation of being an "equal opportunity employer". As an organization, we are actively seeking to build a diverse and inclusive team with a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills to support the incredible diversity of the guests we serve within St. Vincent de Paul. SVdP does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a veteran, status as an individual with a disability, and any other characteristics.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Including disabilities and veterans