The Part-Time ReStore Truck Driver safely completes donation pickups and deliveries, provides courteous service to donors and customers, and supports donation processing and daily ReStore operations. Reports to the Donations Coordinator.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Drive ReStore trucks; safely load, secure, transport, and unload donations.
- Complete daily vehicle safety checks, review work orders, and report maintenance needs.
- Follow donation acceptance guidelines and respectfully decline unsuitable items.
- Communicate pickup changes, thank donors, issue donation receipts, and document fees collected.
- Assist customers and donors with merchandise, loading, unloading, and questions.
- Support donation processing, cashier duties, and store opening and closing as assigned.
- Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.
- Work cooperatively with staff and volunteers; assist with training as needed.
- Follow traffic laws and agency safety policies; operate equipment only with proper training and authorization.
- Maintain reliable attendance, accurate time records, and promptly report concerns.
Qualifications
- At least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license and eligibility under Florida and agency driving requirements.
- No Type A violations within the past five years, including driving while intoxicated or driving with a suspended license.
- One year of truck-driving experience preferred.
- Friendly, dependable, adaptable, and able to communicate respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Able to resolve challenging situations tactfully and share Habitat’s mission.
- Basic computer skills and willingness to contact current and potential donors.
- Available for the agreed-upon part-time schedule and occasional travel for training or ReStore support.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Safely lift, carry, and position up to 50 pounds unassisted.
- Bend, kneel, reach, load, and unload, sometimes in awkward positions.
- Work in trucks, donor locations, retail and receiving areas, and outdoors.