Donation Center Driver

Las Vegas, NV - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Donation Center Driver

Department: Donation Center

Reports To: Donation Center Director

FLSA Status: Hourly / Non-exempt

Hours per week: 40

Hourly Rate: $16.50 / hour

Overview of SafeNest

Since 1977 SafeNest has been a leading force in the fight to end domestic and sexual violence. Dedicated to a holistic and innovative approach SafeNest works tirelessly with survivors abusive partners and children impacted by interpersonal violence. With a steadfast commitment to breaking the cycle of abuse SafeNest serves over 11000 clients annually delivering more than 170000 life-changing services. As Nevadas largest provider of interpersonal violence services SafeNests impact is driven by its exceptional team of professionals. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset which is why we offer competitive salaries comprehensive benefits and an empowering work environment. Together we are building a safer more compassionate community.

Job Summary

The Safe Nest Donation Driver will be responsible for the pick-up of merchandise from donors safely stacking the donation in the truck offloading donations at Savers and ensuring that the processing is accurate from Savers personnel. As the Driver you will be familiarized with the policies procedures and goals of Safe Nest. You will advocate most professionally while exceeding customer expectations both internally and externally.

Primary Responsibilities

Pick up donated goods from residential corporate & commercial customers.
Load & unload merchandise to/from delivery trucks.
Operate & maneuver warehouse equipment including pallet jacks forklifts & hand trucks.
Maintain and document maintenance of vehicles & other equipment.
Observe safety guidelines & wear the proper safety equipment.
Maintain driver log & perform pretrip/posttrip inspections.
Correctly fill out & provide donation receipts.
Ensure Savers paperwork is correct and verified at every offload
Adhere to Savers policy and procedures while offloading
Maintain positive and upbeat demeanor while in the presence of donors and Savers Thrift stores.
Maintain quality service by following organizational standards policies & procedures.
Provide excellent service to donors.
Carry out tasks as assigned by the Driver Supervisor and/or Donation Center Director.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will be expected to perform other reasonably related job duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or other management as required.

Skills and Qualifications

Must be able to operate required vehicles safely.
Must be dependable reliable responsible & detail-oriented.
Must be able to communicate effectively with the general public politely and courteously.
Teamwork coordination organization planning time management interpersonal skills.
Must be able to communicate both verbally & in writing.
Must have or be willing & able to obtain forklift certification.
Bilingual is a plus but not required.

Requirements

Must have a valid Nevada drivers license & 3 yrs or more clean DMV record.
Must be a minimum of 25 years of age.
Must clear background screening and drug test.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
1 yrs previous driving experience with 16 box truck or similar.
CDL preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.
This position may require physical demands requiring good physical condition and the ability to lift heavy objects (minimum of 60lbs) of varying shapes sizes and weights repeatedly over long periods.
Must be able to continuously and repeatedly reach above and below shoulder stoop kneel balance bend twist the body turn the body walk and stand use fingering/fine dexterity wrist motion flex wrist grasp/squeeze handling/gross dexterity feel use hand-eye coordination use foot-hand-eye coordination hear talk use a ladder lift carry push or pull a minimum of 60 lbs.
Near vision midrange vision far vision depth perception color vision and field of peripheral vision is continuously used.
Continuously required environmental conditions: outdoors dust exposure to weather extreme cold extreme heat loud noises mist moving mechanical parts toxic/caustic chemicals fumes or airborne particles vibration wet/humidity/rain and high precarious places.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SafeNest is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race creed color religion national origin ancestry citizenship status age disability sex marital status veteran status gender identity sexual orientation genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws.

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Job Title: Donation Center Driver Department: Donation CenterReports To: Donation Center DirectorFLSA Status: Hourly / Non-exemptHours per week: 40Hourly Rate: $16.50 / hourOverview of SafeNestSince 1977 SafeNest has been a leading force in the fight to end domestic and sexual viol...