Box Truck Driver

Job Description

Box Truck Driver

PeopleReady of Fresno, CA is now hiring Box Truck Drivers in Clovis, CA! Under the supervision of the ReStore Director, this position assists with a wide variety of tasks to support the Habitat Greater Fresno Area ReStore site. This is an entry level position, and the employee will receive training as part of performing each aspect of the job. Alongside other employees, the position ensures that volunteers, customers and donors have positive experience in alignment with the mission and vision of Habitat for Humanity Greater Fresno Area (HFHGFA.)

Apply today and you could start as soon as this week.

As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:

• Connections and experience with some of the top companies in your area
• Great benefit package options
• Get matched to jobs quickly.
• Competitive pay and steady schedule
• The ability to see your schedule and track your hours right from our easy-to-use app, JobStack!

Pay Rate:

The pay rate for this job is $18 - $18 / hour*

What you'll be doing as a Box Truck Driver:

• Pick up, and occasionally deliver, donated supplies and materials for the ReStore
• Drive Restore vehicles to donor sites as instructed by Manager or his/her assignee, as determined by VD her/himself, or by routine route as may be provided
• Ensure all donations are loaded, transported and unloaded in a safe, organized, and timely manner
• Maintain loading areas in clean, efficient, and workable conditions
• Return donor calls on a timely basis
• Organize pick-ups for optimal efficiency and punctuality
• Screen products offered for donation for compliance with acceptance standards and effectively communicate exceptions to donors
• Interact effectively with donor or donor representatives when acquiring donations
• Effectively and professionally partner with, and supervise, other paid or volunteer staff assigned to assist the VD
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with warehouse employees regarding the nature of the donations and the related off-loading and handling requirements
• Exhibit positive working attitude by demonstrating respect for fellow workers, donors and customers
• Coordinate collection and dumping of trash accumulated at the store to trash recycling center
• Assist with other duties as may be indicated by the supervisor
• Mission and Vision: Shares in and displays a commitment to the mission of Habitat for Humanity International and HFHGFA: Seeking to put God's love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope. Our vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Actions and decision-making exemplify our mission and vision, and are in the best interests of the company, employees, volunteers, and the community we serve
• Integrity and Trust: Is widely trusted and seen as truthful; presents the facts in an appropriate and professional manner; keeps confidence; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain
• Teamwork: Demonstrates ability to work harmoniously with others to get a job done. Attitude promotes a positive work environment; respects others; avoids gossip; effectively resolves issues and conflicts Communicates with team members and volunteers in a positive manner and provides constructive suggestions to improve team performance
• Professionalism: Maintains the necessary level of professional knowledge and technical proficiency to fully perform all job requirements. Identifies growth opportunities and takes initiative to increase competency Maintains standards of confidentiality relating to customer, volunteer, and company information
• Planning/Time Management: Acts in a self-directed manner; takes action before being directed by others or forced by events. Sets priorities and manages time effectively to meet deadlines and follow through on commitments. Identifies potential problems and opportunities and works with supervisor to plan contingent actions, as appropriate
• Safety and Security: Performs all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures for safety and security including Cal/OSHA and other applicable state and local regulations
  Attendance and Reliability: Consistently adheres to scheduled work hours, and is flexible to change work hours when requested. Follows established procedures for reporting absences and requesting time off

Available shifts:

Shift Timings: 1st Shift (Day), Weekends

Job requirements:

• High school degree or equivalent
• A clean driving record
• Minimum one year Driver experience or related
• Some experience operating a forklift and/or scissor lift equipment (preferred)
• Volunteer management experience preferred
• Bilingual skills a plus
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Familiar with driving patterns in the Fresno and Madera County areas
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Exhibit reasonable mechanical aptitude about equipment and vehicles
• Ability to take direction and complete assignments with or without supervision
• Ability to maintain a calm, courteous demeanor in a fast-moving work environment
• Ability to interact with a wide variety of personalities with professionalism, respect and compassion
• Strong verbal and written English skills
• The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit; stoop and kneel; bend and squat
• Able to lift up to 70 pounds, stand, squat, bend and climb in and out of a truck
• The employee is regularly required to reach, push, and pull with hands and arms; and use hands and fingers for using large and small loading/unloading tools
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 70 pounds alone, or team-lift up to 300 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus, and visual acuity sufficient to read a computer screen and paper documents
• Hearing abilities required for telephone and in-person conversation with volunteers, donors, customers, coworkers, and third parties
• Jeans or shorts, and a ReStore logo shirt are the preferred dress code for ReStore employees
• Torn or tattered jeans, pants or sagging pants are not acceptable
• Shorts need to be 4 inches above knee or longer
• A plain T-shirt, work shirt or casual shirt is preferred
• No sleeveless T-shirts or shirts with inappropriate decals/designs are allowed
• All other outerwear must be free of any offensive or suggestive materials
• Work boots are the preferred footwear for ReStore employees. Tennis or running shoes are also acceptable
• Open toed and/or open backed shoes are not allowed

Ready to take control of the way you work?

Complete our application to join the PeopleReady team today.

Please contact our Fresno, CA branch for more information:

Branch # 3245

Address: 4840 N. Blackstone Ave, Fresno, CA 93726

Email Address: 3245-br@PeopleReady.com

*Hourly pay rates are a good-faith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis unless a deadline is otherwise stated.  

Employees and their eligible dependents are offered Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and short term disability, in addition to other programs ,as well as number of paid days off and/or more generous paid sick leave days]. More details about our benefits can be found by copying and pasting this URL into your browser: Associate Benefits Guide       

PeopleReady considers all applicants for employment regardless of background, in compliance with applicable laws regarding fair hiring practices. PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify, or any other characteristics protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law. 

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