Community & Family Services Driver
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Job Location:
Yellowknife - Canada
Monthly Salary:
$ 25 - 25
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Who We Are
For more than 130 years The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and addition we support people experiencing unemployment addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission vision and values of hope service dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description:
Position Purpose summary:
The Cargo Van Driver plays an important role by ensuring that food donations are picked up and delivered to the NWT Resource Centre in a safe and timely manner to assist with the smooth operation of the CFS departments community food bank and the Resource Centres kitchen operation. The Cargo Van Driver should be a good representative of The Salvation Army through courteous and respectful interactions with the public including well-mannered driving habits.
Accountabilities:
Pick Ups and Drop Offs
Loading donated goods from local stores and food suppliers (e.g. North Best Food Distributers Co-op Walmart Food Rescue etc.) to be delivered to The Salvation Army NWT Resource Centre
Purchasing and/or pick up of some food supplies for the Resource Centre kitchen
Ensure timely delivery of food or merchandise from local suppliers to the Centre
Ensure that goods are delivered in a safe and secure manner
Offloading food or merchandize at the Resource Centre
Following the best practices for safety both on the road and while loading or unloading the CFS cargo van
Represent The Salvation Army well by courteous and respectful interactions with the public including well-mannered driving habits.
Occasional need to sort food donations and/or deliver picked up goods within the Resource Centre
Inspecting the vehicle before and after each trip away from the Resource Centre.
Working Conditions:
This is a temporary part-time position at 10 hours per week until May 31 2026. The weekly schedule is Monday and Thursday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. There may be situations when requests for pickups come outside of normal pick-up days and times so some flexible hours may be requested.
During Christmas season additional items such as toy donations may need to be picked up.
The job at times can be physically demanding when larger loads are required to be loaded and unloaded from the cargo van.
Education and Experience Qualifications:
Class 5 Drivers License is a requirement
Clean drivers abstract
Experience operating a cargo size vehicle is an asset
Abilities and Skills:
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Attention to detail
Ability to drive a motor vehicle safely
Ability to follow directions and work independently
Effective oral communication in English
Ability to work within the mandate of and embrace the mission of The Salvation Army
Note: Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.
The successful incumbent will be required to complete/provide:
Clean Criminal Record Check
Class 5 Drivers License
Clean drivers abstract
Valid First Aid certificate
The Salvation Army on-line certification for abuse prevention
Clear internal abuse registry check
Participate in mandatory yearly training
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $25.36 to $25.98 with a maximum of $26.59.Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions internal equity and candidate experience skills and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
Key Skills
- Inventory Control
- Basic Math
- Paratransit
- Tanker Experience
- Van Driver
- Box Truck Experience
- Commercial Driving
- Commercial Vehicle Experience
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Manual Transmission Experience
- Driving
- Heavy Lifting
About Company
The Salvos are made up of people who believe. Many of us believe in God. At the Salvation Army, we believe in doing good that brings hope and transforms lives.
