Truck Helper ; Day Shift

Truck Helper I (Day Shift) – Goodwill Industries of San Diego County

We are a mission‑integrated organization that is funded by resalable goods. Last year alone, we kept 10 million pounds of donated goods from hitting our landfills. Through the reselling of donated items, we provide job readiness training and employment opportunities to individuals with disabilities and barriers to employment.

Assists the Truck Driver with loading and unloading vehicles and navigating assigned routes. Provides overall awareness while driving and guides the Driver during backing up.

• Accompanies Driver on assigned routes and assists with navigation needs, overall awareness while driving; physically escorts vehicles on properties where space is limited and positions chock blocks when the truck parks.
• Safeguards all donations and company property from damage and theft, treating them with respect and care.
• Safely and efficiently loads and unloads trucks, vehicles, containers, and trailers, using hand truck, lift gate, or pallet jack.
• Politely and professionally assists in collecting donations from Goodwill facilities throughout San Diego County, following guidelines in the Truck Driver and Truck Helper Training Manual.
• Assists the Driver with pre‑ and post‑trip inspections, and daily cleans the cab and truck box at the end of the workday.
• Safely and efficiently pads, stacks, and secures items on the truck to prevent damage during transit.
• Follows all safety rules, performs duties safely per company safety guidelines, and reports any concerns immediately.
• Complies with all guidelines in the Truck Driver and Truck Helper Training Manual.
• Complies with all reasonable work‑related directions and requests from assigned Driver; notifies supervisor of any concerns.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned or directed.

• Education:
  
  High School Graduate or GED preferred.
• Experience:
  
  No prior experience necessary.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Basic computer skills; ability to operate GPS tracking system preferred.
• Other Requirements:
  Ability to effectively use a dolly, pallet jack, and lift gate.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Civic and Social Organizations