ARC Production Assistant (Truck Driver) non-CDL
The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory · Altoona, PA · 2 mo ago
ManufacturingFull-time
Responsibilities
- Secure and safely operate the vehicle and other assigned equipment.
- Promptly report all accidents involving truck, personal injury, or property damage and complete necessary paperwork.
- Perform daily walk-around inspection of the vehicle, checking air, water, oil, and other items to maintain equipment in good operating condition.
- Report any problems immediately to the supervisor.
- Ensure truck cab and box are clean and personal items are removed daily.
- Plan daily routing based on pick-ups assigned and make all calls scheduled, including boxes.
- Develop assigned route, including bagging or carding on both sides and across the street of each pick-up, as instructed.
- Ensure all customers are treated courteously, donations are accepted or refused appropriately, and follow the “Manual for Production Assistants” strictly.
- Report any issues in pickups immediately to the dispatcher.
- Maintain a professional appearance in compliance with company dress code.
- Maintain complete and accurate records, such as delivery manifests, trip logs, Green Sheets, etc.
- Adhere strictly to communication procedures and 10 codes.
- Load and unload the truck assigned and others as requested.
- Take proper care to secure and safely handle goods and materials during loading and unloading.
- Use blankets, ropes, etc., to avoid excessive movement of material during transit, prevent breakage, scratching, or other damage, and make optimal use of available space.
- Provide assistance to Thrift Store personnel when delivering items to ensure proper placement and location within the store.
- Instruct and supervise Truck Helper, teaching good habits by example.
- Support the work therapy program component of The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Centers by providing examples of professional conduct, work habits, and supervision (as directed by Supervisor).
- Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and/or Administrator.
Requirements
- Able to communicate effectively.
- Valid driver’s license for assigned vehicles and acceptable DMV record.
- Pass driving test.
- Able to lift 100 lbs.
- Able to read maps and plan and prioritize daily route coverage.
- Able to use iPad with GPS, texting, and truck inspection report.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Medical card required depending on city and/or state requirement.
- Pass DOT Physical as a requirement of the job, and failure to do so could result in immediate termination of employment.