Truck Helper I

About the Role

Join Goodwill Industries of San Diego County as a Truck Helper I (Day Shift). This role offers meaningful work and the opportunity to gain valuable experience.

Position Summary

Assists Truck Driver with loading and unloading vehicles, navigating assigned routes, maintaining overall awareness while driving, and guiding the Driver during backing maneuvers.

Key Responsibilities

• Accompanies Driver on assigned routes and assists with navigation needs, overall awareness while driving, physically escorting vehicles on properties with limited space, and guiding the driver in reverse.
• Positions chock blocks whenever the truck parks.
• Safeguards all donations and company property from damage and theft, treating them with respect and care.
• Safely and efficiently loads and unloads trucks, vehicles, containers, and trailers by hand or using a hand truck, lift gate, and/or pallet jack.
• Politely and professionally assists in collecting donations/product from Goodwill facilities, following guidelines in the Truck Driver and Truck Helper Training Manual.
• Assists the Driver with Pre and Post-Trip inspections.
• Performs daily cleaning of the truck cab and box at the end of the workday.
• Safely and efficiently pads, stacks, and secures items on the truck to prevent damage during transit.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations and performs duties safely, reporting any safety concerns immediately to management or supervisor.
• Complies with all guidelines in the Truck Driver and Truck Helper Training Manual.
• Complies with all reasonable work-related directions and requests from the assigned Driver, notifying supervisor of any concerns.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned or directed.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Basic computer skills
• Ability to operate GPS tracking system (preferred)
• Ability to effectively use a dolly, pallet jack, and lift gate

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
• No prior experience necessary.