Temporary Pick-up Driver - Burlingame, United States - Peninsula Humane Society

Peninsula Humane Society

Verified Company

Burlingame, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Job Title:
Temporary Pick-up Driver

FLSA Status:
Non-exempt, Non-Union, Part Time (16 hours per week)

Pay Rate:
$21.22 to $23.00/hour; depending on experience

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Summary:
You take initiative to schedule and pick-up up donations and transfer items between shelter campuses and our thrift store. You have excellent customer service skills and enjoy interacting with members of the public and team members. This is a temporary position until November 1, 2024.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Pickup and sort donated items at our two shelter locations and transfer appropriate merchandise to our thrift store.
Safely deliver recyclable items from our two shelter locations and the thrift store to recycling outlets.
Breakdown cardboard boxes and manage recyclable items and other waste at the thrift store.
Bring in the empty trash bin from the street after the trash has been picked up.
Work professionally with the public, customers, coworkers, and volunteers.
Frequently and safely lift up to 50 lbs. without equipment and lift much heavier weight using prescribed mechanical equipment.
Schedule pickups of merchandise with customers throughout San Mateo County, San Francisco, and Santa Clara Counties with the primary focus on San Mateo County.
Abide by all traffic laws and use safe driving practices while maintaining a clean PHS/SPCA vehicle.
May assist in pickup of new merchandise and sales to customers. Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
There is no supervisory responsibility for this position.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty safely and satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Upon hire, must pass a background check.
Valid California driver's license. Must be able to operate a 15' delivery truck with lift gate.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related retail experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.

Ability to effectively present information to customers, volunteers, and other employees of the organization.
Possess superior customer service skills. Must have the ability to work well and communicate effectively with the public, fellow employees, and volunteers.
Must frequently and safely lift and/or move up to 50

Excellent Benefits Package Available

Sick pay
Employee Assistance Plan
Retirement Plan

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Available to all employees with pets:_**- Free vaccines, spay/neuter, microchipping, and two pet adoptions

Discounted euthanasia services/cremation, bloodwork, urinalysis, prescription food, and discounts at our retail stores.
The Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO_