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.
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Position Purpose
In a friendly and respectful manner, the driver will be responsible to do pick-ups and deliveries for the St. John's Housing & Community Services by exercising safe and careful driving and material handling procedures
Key Responsibilitiesoperates the department van for pick-ups and deliveries ensuring the safe and careful handling of all deliveries and transported items while protecting property and vehicles
loads and unloads goods at the st. john's Housing & community services and other community and salvation army locations
maintains a record of all daily pick-ups and deliveries
maintains knowledge of legislative and company policies such as health & safety regulations, provincial and municipal highway traffic acts
maintains and takes responsibility for daily and overall safety, maintenance, operation of vehicle and records of such
maintains general cleanliness and organizes contents of the department van
performs circle checks and regular maintenance checks on department van
maintains orderliness and cleanliness in the food room
assists in community food bank as directed by supervisor
provides daily reports of daily activities to the Director of operations
provides the salvation army with a positive visibility within the community; provides members of the community and donors with courteous and respectful service
performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications and Education requirementsCompletion of High School plus relevant specialized courses would be an asset
One year but less than three years of prior driving experience
Possess a valid driver's license and provide a current Driver's Abstract
Have delivery experience
Have knowledge of St. John's and Mount Pearl region roadways
Have the ability to concentrate while driving through traffic and be willing to abide by all traffic laws while driving
Be able to work in a Christian faith-based setting and have the ability to uphold the mission, vision and values of The Salvation Army and represent and provide The Salvation Army with a positive visibility within the community
Possess a genuine concern for the marginalized of society
Possess communication and interpersonal skills
Be able to lift and carry heavy objects 30-50 lbs.
Be able and willing to work flexible hours
Have experience in and a willingness to work as a team member
Have ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Be able and willing to take directions
Have a willingness and ability to work under stressful circumstances
Wear safety shoes (steel toed) when required
Wear gloves, back brace and other safety equipment when deemed appropriate
Be willing to wear clothing with some type of Salvation Army identification
Have the ability to maintain confidentiality and be willing to sign a Confidentiality Statement
Obtain clearance through The Salvation Army's Internal Abuse Registry and obtain a Criminal Police/Vulnerable Sector Check
This is a temporary position with a posibility of extension.
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $18.05 to $22.56 with a maximum of $27.07.
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.
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