Kettle Driver

About the role

The Salvation Army Northern Division St Paul Citadel Corps seeks a seasonal Kettle Driver to support the Red Kettle Campaign. The role involves transporting, delivering, securing, and collecting donation kettles, providing transportation for bell ringers, maintaining equipment and vehicle cleanliness, and supporting the organization's religious mission. Position is located at 401 West 7th St, St. Paul, MN 55102 and runs through the end of December 2026.

Responsibilities

• Kettle Distribution and Security (≈60%): Safely transport, deliver, and collect kettles; track kettle and tag numbers; place kettles at designated sites, secure with padlocks, collect at day‑end or sooner; store kettles securely in a designated safe room.
• Bell Ringer Transportation and Support (≈30%): Provide transportation for paid bell ringers to and from sites; record drop‑off and pickup times; ensure each bell ringer has kettles, bells, and aprons.
• Kettle and Sign Maintenance (≈5%): Replace kettles and update signage as needed or directed.
• Vehicle Maintenance and Cleanliness (≈5%): Report vehicle maintenance or performance issues to supervisor; keep vehicle interior clean and orderly.
• Other duties: Support The Salvation Army’s religious mission as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Pass a background check.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and meet MVR driver’s qualifications.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to drive, sit, stand, lift, bend, twist, and reach as required.
• Professional, on‑site work environment (not remote‑eligible).
• Regular driving in an assigned area using an agency vehicle.

Qualifications

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Works with integrity, valuing honesty and diligence.

Skills

• Effective communication with colleagues and donors.
• Ability to maintain accurate records of kettle/tag numbers and bell ringer schedules.

Pay

$17 per hour, 40 hours per week.

Schedule

Seasonal and temporary position, expected to run through the end of December 2026. Work hours include days and evenings, Mondays through Saturdays.