Truck Driver - FT

This is an in-person position located at 104 Southeastern Parkway, Franklin, TN 37064. This position is not eligible for work from home unless otherwise noted or for emergency closures. The standard hours for this position will fall between Monday-Friday 8:00am-5pm. Occasional holiday and weekend work may be required as needed.

The Truck Driver supports the GraceWorks Ministries’ goals, values and philosophy by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, quality service, commitment and accountability. Communication skills, teamwork, job knowledge and leadership are essential for each member of the GraceWorks team.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Truck Driver is responsible for driving the truck to pick up furniture, food, and other donations in homes, businesses, churches, or schools, communicating with in-kind donors, corporate and civic community partners, and coordinating their pickup time.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Driving the truck to pick up furniture, food, and other donations in homes, businesses, churches, or schools.
• Loading and transporting equipment and materials to and from GraceWorks-sponsored events.
• Working with a partner and using appropriate moving equipment to lift heavy furniture.
• Communicating with individual in-kind donors to coordinate their pickup time on the scheduled day.
• Interacting professionally and pleasantly with all donors, customers, and volunteers.
• Assisting with loading and unloading of sold merchandise or donations at GraceWorks.
• Cleaning, including bathrooms, lobby, store, and any other areas of GraceWorks.
• Assisting as needed in all areas of GraceWorks.
• Being able to tell the GraceWorks story to anyone who asks.
• Able to react to change productively and handle all other duties/essential tasks as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED required; Valid Driver’s License Required and a clean driving record. CDL is not required. Must be 25 years or older.

OTHER SKILLS

• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of individuals
• Strong team player who can work well with others
• Ability to carry heavy loads in various circumstances, such as stairs, hallways, doorways, etc.
• Good judgment when dealing with the public
• Able to lift heavy loads
• Organized and able to handle reasonable amounts of paperwork
• Good sense of direction

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The position is in a warehouse and retail setting involving everyday risks or discomforts requiring standard safety precautions. Employees may encounter hot working conditions based on the season.

• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to stand for up to the entire shift.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Compensation for the Trcuk Driver includes compensation commensurate with experience and an excellent package of employee benefits which includes medical, dental, vision, professional development, leave and holidays