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How much do donation material handler jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for donation material handler in the United States is $19.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Donation Material Handler vs Warehouse Associate?

AspectDonation Material HandlerWarehouse Associate
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; forklift certification often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; forklift certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentNon-profit donation centers, warehouses, or distribution sitesWarehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing facilities
Employer & Industry UsageNon-profit organizations, charities, donation centersRetail, manufacturing, logistics companies
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in donation handling and logisticsGeneral warehouse work and logistics tasks

The Donation Material Handler and Warehouse Associate roles share similar credentials and work environments, often involving warehouse operations and material handling. However, Donation Material Handlers specifically focus on managing donated goods for non-profit organizations, while Warehouse Associates typically work in commercial settings handling various inventory types. Both roles require safety certifications and physical stamina, but their industry focus and daily tasks differ based on organizational needs.

What do donation material handlers do at Goodwill?

Donation material handlers at Goodwill are responsible for sorting, processing, and organizing donated items such as clothing, furniture, and household goods. They may operate equipment like pallet jacks and work in a warehouse or donation center environment, ensuring items are prepared for resale or recycling.

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Donation Material Handler - Cornelius - Part-time

Cornelius, NC • On-site

Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont
Non-Profits • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmontexternal

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

Part-time

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Description

SUMMARY

Drives truck with capacity of less than thirteen tons to transport donated materials to and from specified destinations by performing the following duties. 


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES are listed below in order of importance, from most important to least important.

Drives truck to destinations and collection sites and drops off and/or picks up materials. 


Loads bins and gaylords and other items into trucks, distributing weight evenly, forming a compact load and securing materials during transit.


Maintains a truck log indicating arrival and departure times.


Removes donated items and trash from stores collection sites to maintain the site in a clean and orderly condition.


Unloads merchandise from trucks and donation centers and moves to designated area.


Inspects truck equipment and supplies in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) pre trip requirements.


Reports truck malfunctions or problems to the Director, Transportation & Logistics.


Reports known or suspected security and/or theft problems to the Manager, Transportation & Logistics or other member of management.

Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

No formal education required. Successful completion of truck driver school preferred.


CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Driver's License (Class C) and a safe driving record (as determined by the Agency's insurance carrier). 


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly (more than 2/3 of the day) required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The team member frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the day) is required to flex wrist, grasp or squeeze. The team member is occasionally (less than 1/3 of the day) required to talk or hear; stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms above and below shoulder; climb or balance; bend, crouch, or crawl; pull or push; turn or twist body. The team member must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.


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