Job Opportunity – Drivers Assistant

Job Title: Drivers Assistant

Reports To: Director of Logistics

FLSA Status: Non- Exempt

WHO YOU ARE

You’re someone who people can rely on and you’re always there when they need a helping hand. You’re looking for a new position where you can make a difference in your life, the lives of others, and the world. In return, you seek an organization that appreciates your individuality and supports you as a member of a diverse and talented team. People often comment on how you are organized, a great mentor, and lead by example. You know in your heart it’s time to find an opportunity to be part of something larger; more impactful. If this sounds like you, please allow us to introduce ourselves.

WHO WE ARE

Solid like the houses it builds, Habitat works with integrity, creativity, and a clear and powerful belief that “Everyone in the Greater Los Angeles County deserves a decent place to live.” Since 1990, we have built, rehabilitated, or repaired over 1,450 houses in neighborhoods across the Greater Los Angeles area. Housing is a basic human need, and Habitat for Humanity strives to achieve its goal of eliminating substandard housing by making decent, sustainable, and affordable housing a reality for all. Habitat LA is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI), an ecumenical Christian organization that excels at attracting people of any or no faith to work together to build homes, community, and hope. In addition to building new houses, we also partner with families in need of a new roof, a wheelchair ramp, or other vital repairs. We work to revitalize communities and help those affected by local disasters. Globally, our tithe supports Habitat’s work in other countries including building shelters, disaster response, microfinancing, and more.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles is seeking a qualified candidate to assist our Drives in picking up donated goods for future sales in our ReStore. This position involves daily communication with dispatch and supervisors to determine the best routes possible to complete all pick-ups each day as well as communication with ReStore staff and donors. Successful candidates will be presentable, personable, as well as professional. The Drivers Assistant will be a representative of the organization, helping to assess donations, safely load, and secure donated goods onto trucks, complete proper donation paperwork, unload materials at the ReStore, and maintain the truck keeping it clean and ready each day. (Assistant Drivers may be asked to fill in for Drivers occasionally as needed.)

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Assisting in Guiding Drivers in backing up, parking, and overall general safety staying vigilant on the road always navigating the driver.
  • Communication with the donor before the arrival of pick-ups.
  • Verifying with the donor the items to be picked up and communicating to the CSRs or Management when additional items are being added to a pickup.
  • Loading and unloading items safely and carefully using proper equipment onto the trucks and into the warehouse/loading docks.
  • Issuing donation receipts noting all items picked up before leaving the donation site. Ensuring all added items are added onto the receipt and approved by the CSRs or management.
  • Communicate with dispatch, management, and supervisors in regularly answering phone calls.
  • Filling in for Drivers as needed.
  • Assisting the warehouse/ReStore when the truck route is finished as needed, ensuring a full 8- hour workday.
  • Assist with marketing, placing door hangers after each donation pickup to adjacent homes in the area.

SUMMARY OF JOB QUALIFICATIONS

  • Valid Driver’s License, minimum 19 years of age/clean DMV Record.
  • OSHA Forklift Certified preferred but not required.
  • Familiarity with Vonigo software preferred but not required
  • Pass a 10-panel drug test, background check, and 75 lb. lift test.
  • Customer Interaction.
  • Communication Skills.
  • Being able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods, as well as working in different weather conditions, is sometimes needed.

BENEFITS: WE TAKE CARE OF OUR EMPLOYEES

Habitat La jobs come with great benefits including but not limited to:

  • Healthcare (Medical, Dental & Vision).
  • Critical Illness and AD&D insurance.
  • Flexible Spending Account.
  • 100% employer-paid Life Insurance for all employees.
  • Very generous 401(K) retirement plan.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Vacation.
  • Sick Leave available.
  • 12 Paid Holidays.
  • Bereavement, Jury Duty, and Voting hours are available.
  • Employee discounts on items sold in our ReStores.
  • Exclusive discounts to amusement parks, entertainment & more.
  • Maternity and Parental Leave.
  • Sabbatical Leave.
  • Employee Assistance, Mental Health, and Counseling Sessions.
  • We often promote from within our organization.
  • Free Parking.

COMPENSATION

The base pay range for this position is $17.27 - $18.50, this position is being offered at $17.27 .

Our hiring practices are inclusive and non-discriminatory; applicants with arrest or conviction records will be assessed based on their qualifications for the job.

From versatile health perks to new career opportunities, check us out at www.habitatla.org to learn more about our organization and the great work we do!​ ​

If you require accommodation due to a disability to complete this application OR you are experiencing issues submitting your application, please e-mail​ recruiting@habitatla.org ​

From versatile health perks to new career opportunities, check us out at: www.habitatla.org to learn more about our organization and the great work we do!

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLY

If you’re interested in the position, please send your resume to recruiting@habitatla.org. If you meet the qualifications, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. If you require accommodation due to a disability to complete this application, please e-mail recruiting@habitatla.org