Production Assistant (Truck Driver)

Duties

• Promptly report all accidents involving truck, personal injury, or property damage and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Perform daily walk around inspection of 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”.
• Report any problems in pickups immediately to the dispatcher.
• Maintain a professional appearance in compliance with company dress code.
• Maintain complete and accurate records, i.e., delivery manifests, trip log, Green Sheet, etc.
• Strict adherence to communication procedure and 10 codes.
• Load and unload truck assigned and others as requested.
• Take proper care to secure and safely handle goods and materials during loading and unloading.
• Provide assistance to Thrift Store personnel when delivering items to ensure proper placement and location within the store.
• Instruct and supervise Truck Helper.
• Support the work therapy program component of The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Centers by providing examples of professional conduct, work habits, and supervision.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Valid driver’s license for assigned vehicles and acceptable DMV record.
• Must pass driving test.
• Must be able to lift 100 lbs.
• Must be able to read maps and plan and prioritize daily route coverage.
• Must be able to use iPad with GPS, texting and truck inspection report.
• Must have excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Medical card required depending on city and/or state requirement.
• Passing a DOT Physical is a requirement of the job, and failure to do so could result in immediate termination of employment.