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Our retail store provides the fuel, the face, and the gateway to all the awesome services we provide for individuals, families and organizations in the communities we serve. But, what does that mean for you as a team member? It means that you are connected to something bigger than yourself, something that helps shape the community you live with the most basic need of life...the ability to have a productive livelihood. As a Driver you will operate a 1 ½ ton truck. The Driver is responsible for providing a welcome greeting for all donors. DMV and company guidelines must always be observed. Time management is crucial for arriving at the destination and returning on schedule. The Driver exhibits customer commitment, and personal effectiveness, and plays a key role in our mission. 

Driver

Goodwill Industries of the Southern Rivers -Veterans, GA

Full-Time

The Veterans retail store, located in Columbus GA, is currently looking for a hard-working and dedicated Driver.

Goodwill Industries of the Southern Rivers, Inc.’s Driver responsibilities: 

• Maintains vehicle logs and daily trip sheets according to all company procedures.
• Reports any mechanical problems, delays, accidents, and/or other traffic and transportation situations to leadership team.  
• Loads and unloads trucks, vehicles, containers, and trailers by hand or with the use of a hand truck, lift gate, and/or pallet jack during pick-up and drop-offs.
• Conducts daily preventative maintenance checks, before, during and after operations, and adheres to all safety regulations.
• Cleans the inside of the assigned vehicle daily, and the outside, as needed. 
• Reports concerns to the leadership team immediately. 
• Pads, stacks, and secures items in position on the truck to prevent damage during transit. 
• Works other areas of the store as requested by the leadership team.

You will be hired as a Driver, however, you will be cross-trained and expected to learn and work in all areas of the retail operation. 

A full-time position averages 32-40 hours per week. Hours will fluctuate based on business needs (i.e., seasonal changes, donation volumes, etc.) Operating days will fluctuate based on the store location. The Driver must be available to work any shifts Monday through Sunday. 

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). 
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. 
• Valid Driver's License. 
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report
• Previous commercial driving experience preferred. 
• Prior forklift experience, is preferred. 
• Warehouse experience is preferred.

Goodwill Industries of the Southern Rivers, Inc. is committed to our mission of Developing People, Changing Lives, and Building Communities. We seek to empower people with skills and opportunities to live fulfilled lives. We achieve our mission and vision through our values of Honesty, Integrity, Respect, Excellence, and Service. At Goodwill Industries of the Southern Rivers, Inc., we strive to hire individuals who live by our values and believe in our mission.

We offer a competitive benefits package including:  

• Starting pay rate of $13.80 per hour 
• A generous paid time off (PTO) plan 
• 401k with a company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance