NTS Specialist/Driver
Listed on 2026-01-16
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Transportation
Driver, Transportation Logistics
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelicaloving part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Position TitleDriver/Nutrition, Transportation & Support Specialist
Corps/DepartmentThe Salvation Army, Divisional Retail Operations
Older Alaskan Program (OAP)Older Alaskan Program (OAP)
Reports ToProgram Manager
आयोग FSLA StatusFull-Time/ 40 hours per week;
Non-Exempt
The Nutrition, Transportation, and Support (NTS) Specialist delivers program services to clients of the Older Alaskans Program. These services include home delivered meals or to the congregant meal sites. All NTS Specialists are expected to function in each of these areas although they may be given a primary assignment. The Lead Driver oversees all personal and vehicle-related daily operations and assists the Program Manager.
Must report daily all relevant information to the lead driver/Program manager and be willing to be flexible as needed.
- Review meal delivery schedule to identify changes (additions/deletions). Update route schedule based on verified changes.
- Verify meal count, pack meal items using proper containers and ice packs to assure temperature control of 40 degrees or less throughout meal delivery.
- Deliver only and exclusive meals, side dishes, and newspaper to clients along the route.
- Twice a month use thermometer in containers to verify temperature. Record temps at end of the route on a route sheet.
- Document each delivery (client signature) and provide a daily record to OAP Statistician.
- Provide immediate short-term assistance to clients as needed.
- Report, daily, all undeliverable meals to OAP Scheduler/Operations Manager.
- Deliver meals, as scheduled, for congregate meal sites.
- Clean and sanitize meal site Cambro carriers daily; thorough external cleaning at least twice a month.
- Pick-up and deliver mail/messages between OAP office, congregate sites, DHQ, and other locations as assigned and/or needed.
- Deliver meals, as assigned, for the multiple delivery routes, following duties outlined above. Daily Meal Delivery.
- Daily inspection and check of air, water, oil, and other items necessary to maintain equipment in safe operating condition. Fuel vehicle daily and wash as needed.
- Regular review of vehicle maintenance schedule informs the supervisor of needed vehicle maintenance.
- Immediately report to the supervisor all accidents involving the vehicle, personal injury, or property damage. A complete written report on return to the project office. Keep accident reports in the vehicle at all times.
Additional related training as it becomes available.
Must be able to regularly lift to 50 pounds.
Able to work out-of-doors and in extreme weather conditions.
Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook familiarity preferred. Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.
Language SkillsMust be able to understand, follow and give both written and oral instructions and be comfortable working with diverse individuals in face‑to‑face contact and over the telephone. The employee must be able to use speech and hearing for ordinary and telephone conversation.
Mathematical SkillsMust be able to perform simple calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)…
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