Truck Helper - Full Time

TITLE: Truck Helper/Laborer

Retail Program

PURPOSE:

To perform material handling as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assists Truck Driver in unloading /loading trucks.
• Helps to direct Truck Driver when back in to locations, etc.
• Moving of product from one location to another.
• General housekeeping and safety.
• General building maintenance: sweep floors/sweep shovel sidewalks as directed.
• Quality and material control.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; push or pull.
• Must be able to occasionally sit, kneel, and climb.
• Must be able to regularly stoop, bend, squat, reach turn and twist body and lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
• Other duties as directed by the Truck Driver and Store Manager.

RELATIONS:

• Works under the direct supervision of the Truck Driver and Store Manager.
• With the General Public: Is responsive to customer interests and reactions such as complaints and suggestions received. Is particularly careful of public opinion and the manner in which the conduct of staff, and the appearance and operation of the store affect such opinions.

STANDARDS FOR MEASURING PERFORMANCE:

• The manner in which the individual performs the duties of a Goodwill Industries Truck Helper/Laborer.
• The ability to meet deadlines.
• The manner in which the individual responds to special requests of the Truck Driver, Store Manager/Assistant Manager, Senior Sales Manager, , Vice President of Retail Store Operations, and President and CEO.
• The manner in which the individual reflects the high standards of morals and integrity expected of all Goodwill associates.
• The level of self-motivation and enthusiasm demonstrated by the Truck Helper/Laborer.
• The manner in which the individual reflects his/her overall personal appearance both in following of the Goodwill Dress Code and personal Hygiene.

The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detail description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Benefits after 90 days include:  agency paid life insurance and vision insurance, vacation, sick, holidays, and eligible to participate in group health and dental programs with biweekly co-pay. EOE

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma is desirable, but not necessary.
• On-the-job training is conducted.
• Must have good work habits, such as acceptable attitude and punctuality.
• Must respond appropriately to supervision.
• Must possess adequate physical endurance to work at industrial standards.
• Must be able to lift up to 35# unassisted, and up to 70# with assistance.