The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church.  Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

BASIC PURPOSE

The purpose of this position is to deliver and collect supplies/inner-office mail; receives, stores, and distributes material, tools, equipment, and products within the warehouse.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Drives DOT-regulated trucks to pick up and deliver food, supplies and inner-office mail to and from various Salvation Army facilities. Keeps mileage records. Loads and unloads trucks. Keeps vehicles clean inside and outside. Inspects vehicle daily and reports necessary repairs to Manager Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed. Reads work order, shipping order, or requisition to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed. Sorts and places materials or items within warehouse on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code. Keeps warehouse clean, neat, and organized. Fills requisitions, work orders, or requests for materials, tools, or other stock items and distributes items to appropriate departments. Assembles emergency food boxes from stock and places conveys to Family Services Department. Marks materials with identifying information. Opens bales, crates, and other containers. Provides appropriate support to all Christmas activities. Secures building when leaving unattended.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to drive a forklift safely and be forklift certified (within 3 months of hire to remain eligible for position).  High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Must possess a valid California Class C Driver License, and ability to drive a DOT-regulated Salvation Army vehicle. Must pass annual Motor Vehicle Report (MVR). Must be 21 years or older. Will be required to pass a behind the wheel road test. Complete The Salvation Army vehicle course training.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis Ability to grasp, push, and/or pull objects Ability to reach overhead Ability to regularly lift/move up to 25 lbs, frequently lift/move up to 50 lbs and occasionally lift/move up to 100 lbs. Ability to process written, visual, and/or verbal information

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.  A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.