Union Truck Driver

Job summary

The driver is responsible for the safe operation of a 5-ton truck to facilitate daily pick-ups and drop-offs for Thrift Stores. Additionally, the role involves warehouse duties such as cross-docking, operating equipment like forklifts, and providing courteous service to donation guests.

Job details

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 shelter. In 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: 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 shelter. In 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. We provide a passionate fast paced community environment where you will be immersed in our operations and service. You will experience firsthand the impact of our work in our communities. Job Duties Provide courteous daily drop-off and pick-up service to assigned Thrift Stores Ability to drive a 5-ton truck safely and competently Operates standard warehouse equipment such as a forklift, baler, compactor, and pallet jack Requirement to work in the warehouse when not driving Provide guest service by greeting and assisting guests in a courteous manner when guests are dropping off donations at the Distribution Centre Responsible for daily inspection, completion of logbook, and safe and courteous driving of company vehicle and adheres to all CVOR requirements Responsible to complete refuse runs to the landfill Requirement to frequently participate in cross-docking to facilitate movement of product around the country Comply with all legislative and company policies and procedures adhering to Health and Safety, Operations, and Finance Truck Driver Skills and Qualifications 2 years’ experience in the safe operation of 5-ton trucks Possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean drivers abstract and a forklift certification One year of experience in a warehouse environment Physically capable of lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs on a frequent basis Frequent lifting, carrying, standing, walking, bending, and twisting Ability to work in a variety of environments (exposure to heat, cold, dust, etc.) Minimum grade 10 or equivalent Demonstrated trustworthiness and responsibility Good written and oral English (French where required) Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion. You can expect To join a hands-on work environment where you will be required to physically move through our operation while adhering to daily goals. We are operational 7 days a week and schedule our employees based on operational needs; days, evenings, weekends, and holidays (Please Note: Our stores are open for shopping Monday to Saturday and Sundays we are open to receive donations). Working Conditions: This is a Temporary full-time position (6 months) • Physically capable of lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs on a frequent basis • Frequent lifting, carrying, standing, walking, bending and twisting • Ability to work in a variety of environments (exposure to heat, cold, dust, etc.) As part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring a safe and healthy work environment for all of our employees, CSA approved footwear is required for all Retail and DRC positions within NRO. This job posting is for Glencairn Thrift Store located at 1711 E Dewdney Avenue, Regina, SK S4N 4N6 Compensation: The target hiring range for this position is $23.62 to $23.62 with a maximum of $23.62. 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 Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

What you’ll do

The driver is responsible for the safe operation of a 5-ton truck to facilitate daily pick-ups and drop-offs for Thrift Stores. Additionally, the role involves warehouse duties such as cross-docking, operating equipment like forklifts, and providing courteous service to donation guests.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid Class 5 driver's license, a clean driver's abstract, and a forklift certification. The role requires at least two years of experience operating 5-ton trucks and the physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Heavy Lifting · Preferred
• Warehouse operations · Preferred
• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• 5-ton truck operation
• Forklift operation
• Warehouse operations
• Logbook maintenance
• Customer service
• Cross-docking
• Refuse management
• Vehicle inspection
• Health and safety compliance
• Heavy lifting
• Inventory handling
• Cross-Docking
• Pallet Jacks
• Truck Driving
• Influencing Skills
• Influencing Without Authority
• Data Recording
• Forklift Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Customer Service
• Finance
• Forklift Truck
• French Language
• Warehousing
• Operations
• Trustworthiness

Job areas

• Logistics
• Transportation
• Retail
• Social Services
• Trades
• Truck Driver
• Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver (General)
• Heavy Truck and Lorry Drivers
• Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers