Truck Driver

Community Forklift is a nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting the community through sustainability, creativity, and economic opportunity. We are a reuse warehouse where donated building materials, appliances, furniture, and architectural salvage are made available to neighbors in need, homeowners, nonprofits, contractors, and artists at a low cost or for free.

As a Truck Driver:

• You will check over the daily schedule of pickups and plan accordingly.
• You will safely and responsibly operate the organization's vehicles, including a 16' box truck and a 26' box truck.
• You will conduct a daily maintenance check of the assigned vehicle(s) before operating.
• You will be responsible for the physical management and general upkeep of the truck, including all related tools and equipment.
• You will ensure timely pickup of materials from customers.
• You will directly load and secure the materials in the truck.
• You will collaborate with the truck helper to complete the daily tasks while picking up/dropping off donations and loading/unloading.
• You will act as an ambassador to donors, supporters, and the general public.

Truck Truck Job requirements:

• Able to lift and carry 60Lbs or more.
• Able to use and read a tape measure accurately.
• Availability for operating hours 9am-5pm, 7 days a week (40 hour work week).
  
• Construction, carpentry, or handyman experience preferred.
• Experience using manual moving equipment (pallet jack, hand truck, dolly, and push carts) preferred.
• A commitment to the Community Forklift missions of reuse, sustainability, and community service.

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma/GED preferred
• 6 years experience in warehouse environment or as a driver may be substituted in lieu of education
• Driving record in good standing

What we offer:

• Fast-paced, physically active job working towards an ethically-minded and sustainable mission.
• $22+/hour and a 40 hour work week
• A paid 1/2 hour lunch break
• Excellent benefit package including paid leave, medical, dental and vision insurance, short term disability, matched retirement plan, store discount, shoe allowance and more.

Compensation to commensurate with experience.

**This position is 100% grant funded.**