About Us

Homeward Trust Edmonton (Homeward Trust) is a not-for-profit organization charged with ending homelessness in Edmonton. Our efforts are guided by community needs and priorities as outlined in A Place to Call Home: Edmonton’s Plan to Prevent and End Homelessness. Homeward Trust has a dynamic work environment, filled with high-energy, dedicated, and passionate people.

Homeward Trust coordinates and provides resources for local efforts that address homelessness and its devastating impacts on individuals, families, and communities. We work with agencies, neighbourhoods, mainstream systems, community members, and all orders of government in pursuit of this singular objective, grounded in the belief that we can and will end homelessness in Edmonton. Homeward Trust is proud that our community is recognized both nationally and internationally as a leader in this work.

Find Furniture Bank (Find) is part of Homeward Trust Holding Company (HTHC) a not-for-profit organization that operates companies in support of the mission of ending homelessness.

Find is a social enterprise, operating in partnership with Homeward Trust Foundation (HTF) and housing-focused community agencies. Find’s goals are to provide essential furnishings free of charge to individuals and families who are moving out of homelessness and to supply low-cost, quality furniture and housewares for sale to the public.

Find’s creation has its roots in the realization that access to affordable furniture was a key component in allowing the homeless to be housed, and housing sustainability.

For further information visit: http://homewardtrust.ca/

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Swamper to join our team on a part-time basis for a 3-month contract.

In this role, you will assist with the daily operations involving customer service, furniture delivery, and donation pickups. You will work closely with the Driver and other team members to ensure efficient and safe operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to the Driver and cooperate in a team environment.
• Assist Driver with carrying out telephone calls, charting and establish vehicle routes.
• Move, load and un-load deliveries and pick-ups as required.
• Participate as a ‘truck backing’ guide following safety precautions.
• Provide advice in inspecting donations, advising if items carry safety and/or health issues.
• Assist with cleanliness of the warehouse
• Assist with receiving and processing furniture while in the warehouse
• Other duties as assigned through the Driver, Dispatcher, A/Dispatcher and General Manager.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Available Monday-Sunday with flexibility to work up to 20 hours per week.
• Able to work in steel toe shoes/boots.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Possess solid analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate strong motivation skills.
• Ability to work with changing priorities.
• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Clear criminal record check.

If you are a team-oriented, innovative, and goal-driven individual who is passionate about helping others, this role is perfect for you! Join Find’s fun and focused work culture and help end homelessness in Edmonton.

At Find, our strength comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our team. We are an open, welcoming and flexible workplace and strongly encourage everyone interested in joining us to apply.