Truck Driver, Full-time

Description

BASIC FUNCTION: To operate a truck for Goodwill, making pickups of donated material and

scheduled deliveries and pick-ups of merchandise.

Hourly Wage: $23.00

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

1. Must have a CDL-A license. Must have a good past driving record so that insurance company will accept insurability.
2. Knowledge of the Greater Grand Rapids area is desirable.
3. Must be able to pass a DOT physical, drug screen and background check. Must be physically able to safely and properly handle heavy items such as desks, sofas, etc.
4. Fundamental ability to understand, accept and work with people who have disabilities and/or other barriers to employment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Participates in and upholds the values and processes devoted to continuous quality improvement in all Goodwill operations.
2. Pickup safely, and in accordance with Goodwill procedures, and deliver all materials for Goodwill.
3. Responsible for the truck safety and inspection of all equipment on the truck.
4. Record all pertinent data daily on forms provided.
5. Responsible for actions of helpers while on route.
6. Abide by all traffic regulations and drive in a safe, careful, courteous manner.
7. Reading and following Transportation Handbook directions.
8. Must follow all company policies and procedures including security issues.
9. Responsible for promoting Goodwill both internally and externally, realizing that each individual is an important part of the Goodwill Story.
10. Responsible for understanding and complying with Goodwill’s safety program (i.e. handbook, policies, procedures, etc.). Ask questions and alert your supervisor of unsafe practices or situations. Continually support the agency safety program.

The above statements are only a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by persons in this position. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically set forth in this description. All duties listed in this position description are considered to be essential, unless otherwise indicated. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function of their jobs.

BENFITS OVERVIEW:

• Full-time employees will receive up to 20 paid vacation days in the first year
• Additional paid holidays vary by position and department
• Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, and Accidental insurances available
• Medical insurance available to full-time employees
• 401k plan with employer match after the first year
• Professional development and personal support services
• One-on-one coaching to reach career and educational goals
• Education benefits including reimbursement and up to 4 hours of paid study time
• 20% employee discount at the Greater Grand Rapids retail stores

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS/BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:

CDL License required.  

High school education preferred. Must be able to read and write. 

Previous experience pulling a semi-trailer up to 53 feel in length preferred.

PHYSICAL/EMOTIONAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear, taste or smell; regularly required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and occasionally required to sit.

The employee must often lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.

The specific vision abilities required by the job include distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

EMOTIONAL: Medium

ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES:

All employees are required to uphold the values of Goodwill Industries of Greater Grand Rapids (GIGGR) Integrity, Stewardship, Innovation, Excellence, and Respect. All employees are required to comply with the policies, procedures, and safety program of GIGGR. All employees are required to uphold standards for GIGGR accreditation, including through Goodwill Industries International and CARF. Employees are required to follow all state and federal laws and regulations, including but not limited to those related to recipient rights, confidentiality, and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).