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The Salvation Army

Truck Assistant

Cicero, IL

$17.05/hr

Unload and load trucks Assist with removing donated items from donor's premises Stack items properly to cause the least amount of damage Manage iPad and give direction to the driver Work with dock ...

Assured Excavating, Inc

Lube Truck Assistant

Orlando, FL · On-site

$37K - $48K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As Lube Truck Assistant , you will work alongside a driver/operator to help complete scheduled service routes efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with company and site safety standards.

Jax Dirtworks Inc

Vacuum Truck Assistant

Atlantic Beach, FL · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Duties and Responsibilities Operational Support * Assist the Vacuum Truck Operator with setup, operation, and breakdown of vacuum equipment, hoses, and attachments. * Handle hoses, tools, and nozzles ...

Andy's Frozen Custard

Treat Truck Assistant Manager

The Colony, TX · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Andy's Frozen Custard is looking for a dynamic leader to assist in operating and promoting the first (and only) Andy's Treat Truck in the DFW area! Andy's believes in an excellent work-life balance ...

El Super

Food Truck - Assistant Manager

Riverside, CA · On-site

An Assistant Food Truck Manager / Assistant Restaurant Manager is a second-level supervisor/manager in our restaurants. The Assistant Food Truck Manager / Assistant Restaurant Manager is responsible ...

Andy's Frozen Custard

Treat Truck Assistant Manager

The Colony, TX · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Andy's Frozen Custard is looking for a dynamic leader to assist in operating and promoting the first (and only) Andy's Treat Truck in the DFW area! Andy's believes in an excellent work-life balance ...

Mr. John

Truck Service Assistant

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$22.16/hr

The Truck Service Assistant is responsible for working alongside the Fleet Supervisor in driving the company's Fleet Success. Ensuring productive, organized, and safe work environments as well as ...

Mr. John

Truck Service Assistant

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$22.16/hr

The Truck Service Assistant is involved with all activities related to Truck Service, Transferring Waste, Chemicals and Preparing Service Trucks for use. This role frequently coordinates with other ...

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What are the duties of a truck assistant?

A truck assistant supports drivers by helping with loading and unloading cargo, inspecting shipments, and ensuring safety procedures are followed. They may also assist with vehicle maintenance, document handling, and maintaining cleanliness in the truck and work area. Good communication skills and physical stamina are important for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the truck assistant position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Truck Assistant, you need physical stamina, basic knowledge of safe lifting techniques, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with handheld inventory devices, GPS tracking systems, and basic safety certification such as OSHA or forklift operation is beneficial. Strong teamwork, clear communication, and reliability set exceptional candidates apart. These competencies ensure safe, efficient delivery operations and positive collaboration with drivers, customers, and warehouse staff.

What is a truck assistant?

A Truck Assistant helps drivers with loading, unloading, and securing goods for transport. They assist in navigating routes, ensuring deliveries are completed on time, and may help with vehicle maintenance checks. The role often requires physical strength, teamwork, and basic knowledge of safety procedures.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a truck assistant?

As a Truck Assistant, your primary responsibilities include assisting the driver with loading and unloading goods, securing cargo, verifying delivery paperwork, and ensuring items are handled with care. You may help navigate routes, communicate with customers upon delivery, and handle basic troubleshooting if issues arise during transport. The role is physically demanding, often involving lifting and moving heavy items, and requires significant teamwork with the driver. Understanding proper safety protocols and maintaining a positive attitude with both coworkers and customers are key aspects of the daily workflow.

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Truck Assistant

Tioga County Open Door Mission

Owego, NY

$16/hr

Part-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Part-Time Truck Assistant

Job Summary

Join our mission-driven team! We are seeking a reliable, active, and community-minded Part-Time Truck Assistant. In this role, you will work closely with our Truck and Maintenance Leads to handle furniture pickups, process community donations, and maintain an organized storefront. This is a physically active role that directly impacts our nonprofit's daily operations and community outreach.

Key Responsibilities

Logistics & Distribution

  • Pickup Assistance: Ride with the Truck Lead to safely load and unload furniture donations.

  • Donor Relations: Assist the Truck Lead in calling donors to coordinate and confirm pickup times.

  • Scrap & Waste: Help transport recyclable metals to Weitsman’s Scrapyard and waste to Taylor’s (Casella) Garbage.

  • Satellite Pickups: Assist with scheduled donation and garbage pickups from the Red Door location.

Donation Processing & Quality Control

  • Intake & Screening: Greet donors, answer questions, and screen incoming items to reject non-resalable goods.

  • Sanitization: Assist in spraying mattresses with Sterifab and applying regulatory labels.

  • Sorting & Grading: Categorize and grade incoming shoes, purses, belts, and apparel.

  • High-Value Items: Route jewelry to the designated bin for the Store Coordinator to price.

  • Bulk Processing: Move sorted clothing into gaylord boxes within the Clothing Warehouse.

Customer Service & Store Operations

  • Load-Out Support: Help customers load purchased furniture and large appliances into their vehicles.

  • Inventory Restocking: Bring priced items from storage totes out to the retail floor.

  • Flexibility: Perform other operational duties as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications & Physical Requirements

  • Physical Stamina: Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry heavy furniture and appliances daily.

  • Communication Skills: Friendly, clear, and professional phone and face-to-face communication skills.

  • Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with truck, maintenance, and store coordinators.

  • Adaptability: Comfortable switching between heavy moving, sorting warehouse inventory, and customer service.