Truck Driver I

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: Customer Orientation Ability to work independently Positive attitude and ability to work well within a team environment Clean driving record and the ability to pass drug screens 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 Flexibility/adaptability Customer Orientation Ability to work independently Positive attitude and ability to work well within a team environment Clean driving record and the ability to pass drug screens 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Goodwill Industries of West Michigan, Inc.