Truck Driver - Western Headquarters

Truck Driver – Western Headquarters – FT

Goodwill Industries of Michiana

To operate company vehicles for the safe and timely pickup and delivery of donated goods, supplies, and materials for retail donation facilities. This position reports to the Director of Transportation Facilities and Salvage Operations or the Transportation Outlet Manager who evaluates performance annually. In addition, embodies the Goodwill Mission to “Empower people to achieve their most abundant life” and upholds the Company Core Values of:
Relentless Pursuit of Excellence, Customer-First Mindset, Humble Confidence, Passion for Mission, and Do the Right Thing.

• Operate company truck to complete assigned routes for pickup and delivery of donated goods from collection boxes, stores, and homes.
• Load and unload materials safely and efficiently with the assistance of a Truck Helper or client, ensuring items are handled to prevent damage and maximize truck space.
• Provide direction to the Truck Helper or client on the route, reporting any violations of company policy or safety procedures.
• Perform daily vehicle safety inspections and report any equipment or truck malfunctions to the Transportation Supervisor immediately.
• Maintain cleanliness of the truck cab and cargo area, and clean collection boxes as needed.
• Accurately document and submit daily records of items transported.
• Interact professionally and courteously with customers and store personnel, providing information about company services as needed.
• Evaluate and report on client performance when applicable.
• Follow all company safety protocols, including the use of hand trucks or pallet jacks to move heavy items when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Must possess a valid Chauffeur’s License or Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and be D.O.T. certified.
• Must be able to safely operate a Goodwill straight truck (25,995 GVW).
• Must consistently use required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard-soled shoes, back belt, and gloves.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
• Must have reliable transportation, a current driver’s license, and provide proof of insurance to travel to different job sites.

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Flexible availability.
• Able to frequently bend, twist, reach above shoulder level, push and pull, crouch or stoop, kneel, repetitively use feet, and use head and neck in a twisting or static motion and to look up and/or down, and lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Able to safely use equipment and machinery applicable to this role.