Driver/Packer

Job Description

Job title: Driver/Packer

Company: The Salvation Army

Job description: DescriptionIn a friendly and respectful manner, the driver will be responsible to do pick-ups and deliveries for the St. John’s Community and Family Services Department by exercising safe and careful driving and material handling proceduresKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates the Department van for pick-ups and deliveries ensuring the safe and careful handling of all deliveries and transported items while protecting property and vehicles
• Loads and unloads goods at the St. John’s Community & Family Services and other community and Salvation Army locations
• Maintains a record of all daily pick-ups and deliveries
• Maintains knowledge of legislative and company policies such as Health & Safey Regulations, Provincial and Municipal Highway Traffic Acts
• Maintains and takes responsibility for daily and overall safety, maintenance, operation of vehicle and records of such
• Maintains general cleanliness and organizes contents of the Department van
• Performs circle checks and regular maintenance checks on the Department van
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness in the Food Room
• Assists in community food bank as directed by the supervisor
• Provides daily reports of daily activities to the St. John’s Community & Family Services Worker
• Provides the Salvation Army with a positive visibility within the community
• Provides members of the community and donors with courteous and respectful service
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor

TERM: Temporary; Sick Leave Placement; 35 hours per weekQUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Completion of High School plus relevant specialized courses would be an asset
• One year but less than three years of prior driving experience
• Possess a valid driver’s license and provide a current Driver’s Abstract
• Have delivery experience
• Have knowledge of St. John’s and Mount Pearl region roadways
• Have the ability to concentrate while driving through traffic and be willing to abide by all traffic laws while driving
• Be able to work in a Christian faith-based setting and have the ability to uphold the mission, vision and values of The Salvation Army and represent and provide The Salvation Army with a positive visibility within the community
• Possess a genuine concern for the marginalized of society
• Possess communication and interpersonal skills
• Be able to lift and carry heavy objects 30-50 lbs.
• Be able and willing to work flexible hours
• Have experience in and a willingness to work as a team member
• Have ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Be able and willing to take directions
• Have a willingness and ability to work under stressful circumstances
• Wear safety shoes (steel toed) when required
• Wear gloves, back brace and other safety equipment when deemed appropriate
• Be willing to wear clothing with some type of Salvation Army identification
• Have the ability to maintain confidentiality and be willing to sign a Confidentiality Statement
• Obtain clearance through The Salvation Army’s Internal Abuse Registry and obtain a Criminal Police/Vulnerable Sector Check

Location: Mount Pearl, NL

Job date: Sat, 21 Sep 2024 06:05:13 GMT