Goodwill Jobs in Fort Wayne, IN (NOW HIRING)

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Goodwill Industries of Northeast Indiana, Inc. is looking to hire a full-time Truck Driver, for our routes in Northeast Indiana.

Do you love driving, but tired of missing out on everything at home? Would you like a consistent schedule? Are you a "people person" who is interested in the career development resources that Goodwill has to offer? Do you want to serve your community while building your career? If so, please read on! 

We offer competitive wages and we pay biweekly. There are great full-time benefits including medical, vision, dental, a 401(k) plan, life insurance, an employee assistance plan (EAP), holiday pay, paid time off (PTO), and store discounts. If this sounds like the job for you, apply today!

ABOUT GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF NORTHEAST INDIANA, INC.

 Founded in Boston, MA in 1902 by Reverend Edgar J Helms, Goodwill has been providing opportunities for men and women across America and around the world ever since. The Fort Wayne Goodwill can trace its roots back to 1936 when Reverend Helms proposed a federation of Goodwill Industries across northern Indiana. Today, we continue to flourish as we serve 10 county area in Northeast Indiana. As a 501c3 nonprofit organization, our mission is to create opportunities for people to achieve economic stability and build strong communities by offering job training, employment services, and other community-based programs. We support this mission through the eco-friendly collection and sale of donated goods. National watchdog groups and publications consistently give us high ratings for our prudent and innovative use of funds.

 Every job in our organization contributes to our vocational training and employment programs. In order to hire and retain employees who believe in our mission, we offer good benefits, great consistent rotating schedules that allow for work-life balance, the satisfaction of serving the community, a positive work environment, and opportunities for career development.

A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A TRUCK DRIVER

 As a Truck Driver at Goodwill Industries of Northeast Indiana, Inc., you play a vital role in supporting our mission of providing services to the community. Frankly, nothing happens without our Operations Team of Drivers and Material Handlers organizing and transporting donated goods throughout Northeast Indiana!

 As a Truck Driver, you will be given an assigned route for the day. A Material Handler will be partnered with you to help load and unload the truck. 

At Goodwill, we all help out where needed in support of Goodwill's Mission! If for some reason you're not on the road, you might drive the forklift or help with the baler, or even sort donations. There is always something to do!

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

To be eligible for consideration, you must possess:

• A valid Chauffeur's license, "For Hire" endorsement or CDL (With Good driving record)
• Ability to pass a DOT Physical
• Have at least one (1) year of truck driving experience
• Be able to lift, push or pull heavy objects
• Be available to work weekends

WORK SCHEDULE

This full-time position generally works from 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM. Weekend availability is required, but we try to rotate so everyone can enjoy a weekend off now and then.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Drives truck to scheduled points using most efficient route.
2. Loads and unloads truck as directed.
3. Moves articles manually, with hand truck, or with pallet jack.
4. Supervises material handler on route work.
5. Loads and packs material to prevent articles from damage, and to make effective use of space.
6. Keeps records of trips, as required by supervisor.
7. Accepts donations and distributes tax receipts.
8. Performs daily visual inspection of truck and checks truck fluids. 
9. Reports malfunction of truck or equipment to supervisor as soon as possible.
10. Keeps required equipment and paperwork in truck or on person at all times.
11. Keeps cab and inside box of truck clean.
12. Heavy lifting, pulling and pushing required.
13. Follows all safety rules and practices.
14. Operates radio to keep in contact with supervisor.
15. Performs all other duties as may be assigned by the VP of Operations & E-Commerce in the process of carrying out the mission of Goodwill Industries.
16. In order to promote customer and donor satisfaction it is mandatory for employees who come in contact with the public to maintain a positive work outlook and to project a pleasant, courteous, and helpful demeanor at all times when dealing with customers, donors, co workers, and clients.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Reports need for any necessary materials/equipment.
2. Greets customers and donors; answers questions.
3. Operates forklift, if licensed.
4. Operates baler and compactor.
5. Pre-sorts donations. .
6. Ensures walkways, aisles, exits, and safety equipment areas (i.e., fire extinguishers or fire hoses) are clear and unobstructed.

ATTENDANCE

Goodwill, your co-workers, and our customers depend on you to be at work as scheduled.  

JOB PERFORMANCE

Reviewed upon initial hire at 30, 60 and 90 days, and annually thereafter, by the VP of Operations & E-Commerce.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for Material Handler while on truck - must report issues to supervisor.

EDUCATION

No specialized educational requirements; will train

EXPERIENCE

One year prior truck driving experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

Must have valid CDL license or driver's license with "for hire" endorsement.

CREDENTIALS/LICENSES/SCREENING REQUIREMENTS

1. Subject to background check.
2. Must have suitable driving record and be determined insurable by Goodwill Industries' insurance carrier.
3. Must be able to pass DOT physical.
4. Ability to work within the team concept.
5. Subject to random alcohol and drug testing as specified in the Drug Free Workplace Program.
6. Fully comply with Goodwill's Code of Ethics.

COMMUNITY INTERACTION

Contact with customers, donors, and co-workers.

EQUIPMENT

1. Various production equipment including hand truck or dolly, pallet jack, and carts.
2. Gloves and safety glasses.

COMPLEXITY

Work that requires attention and concentration, and requires the use of several readily understood rules and procedures in which the employee may make major decisions that could affect the efficiency, accuracy, or correctness of work.

CONFIDENTIALITY

Little or no confidential information involved.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Activities:

1.    Substantial: grasping, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, and walking.
2.   Considerable: balancing.
3.   Moderate: crouching, hearing, stooping, and talking.
4.   Occasional: climbing.
5.   Nominal: crawling, kneeling, and repetitive motions.

Other Activities:

N/A

Physical Requirements:

Heavy work: Pushing and pulling up to 100 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.  

The ability to fully perform lifting and moving duties is mandatory.

Environmental Conditions:

The worker is subject to both outdoor and indoor environmental conditions.

CODE OF ETHICS

All employees are responsible for being knowledgeable about Goodwill's code of ethics and respective policies and procedures, and for conducting themselves accordingly. Ethical conduct is expected at all times in all matters, whether or not a particular issue is specifically addressed in agency policies or procedures. Employees are expected to bring any questions about whether or not a specific situation presents a potential conflict with this policy to the attention of their manager.

EEO CLAUSE

It is the Agency's policy to afford equal opportunity to all regardless of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, or any other class protected by law, and to provide a work environment free of bias based on such categories. Any and all employment decisions will be administered in a non-discriminatory manner.

SAFETY STANDARDS

All employees are responsible for adhering to all published safety policies as well as the implementation of specific standards that may be assigned. Employees are expected to report unsafe conditions and unsafe acts. Supervisors are responsible for safety issues in assigned areas - ensure that all employees are informed and adhere to all safety policies/issues, use proper reporting mechanisms for dealing with safety hazards or incidents, and personally adhere to safety rules.

HARASSMENT

All employees are responsible for avoiding offensive or inappropriate behavior at work and are responsible for assuring the workplace is free from any type of harassment at all times. Employees are expected to be familiar with and follow all published procedures, including reporting incidences and cooperating with investigations.

Goodwill Industries of Northeast Indiana, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.