Union Truck Driver Assistant

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:
This position is located at 2360 South Service Road West, Oakville, ON.
POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY:
This position provides pick-up and/ or delivery services to and from Thrift Stores, our Distribution Centre, and other community locations, through application of safe driving and material handling procedures (as a relief or secondary driver) as well as provide basic general support and Maintenance in a warehouse.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
The incumbent may perform all, some, or similar range of duties.
Pickup and Deliveries
Ensure safe and careful handling of all deliveries and pickups using an assigned Salvation Army (TSA) vehicle in a timely and secure manner.
Load and unload goods at designated facilities.
Demonstrate a pleasant manner with the public.

Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance:
Perform circle checks of vehicle, checking air, water, oil, and other items to ensure equipment is in good working condition.
Maintain program vehicle log and report any problems.
Maintain complete and accurate records (mileage, fuel costs, issues encountered).
Responsible for the security and safe operation of the vehicle and other assigned equipment.
Program vehicle must be clean with all personal items removed daily.
Cleaning and sanitizing of supplies and equipment used.
Maintain knowledge of legislative and organization policies such as health and safety. regulations/policies, provincial and municipal highway traffic acts.
Other duties:
May perform unloading, sorting, packing, storing, loading of donations ensuring integrity of donations are maintained.
May sort donations for distribution based on established standards of quality and distinguishes between discarded and good quality merchandise according to policy.
May perform basic Maintenance: of/in warehouse and assist with snow cleaning and basic grounds keeping.
Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:
Conduct routine interactions. Clarify information.
Internal: Staff, management, volunteers, clients.
External: Donors, community.
MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reports directly to the Distribution Manager.
Direct reports: None.
FINANCIAL AND MATERIAL MANAGEMENT:
Considerable material responsibilities – safe material handling and picking up/delivering donations.
Uses or maintains organization assets in accordance with established guidelines.
Does not process any financial transactions with no budget responsibilities.
The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
This is a full time position.
Working environment is typically in a program vehicle.
The worker is required to drive and be involved in vehicle-related activities and tasks up to 70% of the time.
The work requires frequent amount of standing, walking, bending, repetitive lifting, and the ability to lift up to 3+ pounds with no assistance from others.
All Salvation Army NRO employees are required to wear safety shoes at all times in all Store and DRC locations.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
Work in compliance with OHS Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
Alternative combination of education and Experience may be considered.
Education, Qualifications and Certifications:
Completion of High School Diploma.
Experience and Knowledge:
Up to 1 year of safe driving experience.
Valid full Driver’s License for the province; an original copy of a current Driver’s Abstract that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.
Strong navigation skills.
Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Skills and Capabilities:
Demonstrated safe driving practices.
Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
Good interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Able to work independently and as part of a team.
Professional, service-oriented approach internally and externally.
Exceptional organizational, prioritizing and time management skills.
Self-motivated and disciplined self-starter.
Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.
Must comply with all Salvation Army policies, procedures, and associated legislation.
Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion.
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $17.61 to $17.61 with a maximum of $17.61.
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. Read more