Donations Driver (Transportation)
Mission-Driven Career Opportunity
One of the leading affordable housing nonprofits in the area, Habitat Charlotte Region partners with hundreds of families each year through affordable homeownership, home preservation, and financial literacy training. As a Donations Driver, you'll play an integral role in our vision of a world where everyone has a safe and affordable place to live by helping ensure donated goods reach our ReStores.
Why Join Habitat?
- Competitive pay: $20.00/hour
- Consistent schedule: Tuesday–Saturday, 7:30 am–4:30 pm
- Industry-leading healthcare, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Work that makes a direct impact in your community
Job Details
Title: Donations Driver
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employment Status: Full Time
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Location: Mooresville ReStore - 121 Norman Blvd, Mooresville, NC
*Local, non-CDL. No late evening or Sunday hours
Position Purpose
The Donations Driver is responsible for safely operating Habitat Charlotte Region trucks to pick up and deliver donated goods. This role combines safe driving, excellent customer service, and teamwork to ensure our ReStores receive high-quality donations that support Habitat's mission.
Essential Functions
- Safely drive and operate 16'–26' straight trucks in full compliance with DOT, DMV, and FMCSA regulations.
- Navigate routes efficiently while adhering to Habitat's safe and lawful driving standards.
- Maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record per Habitat and insurance requirements.
- Pick up donations according to scheduled routes and provide receipts/documentation to donors.
- Assess donations on-site to ensure items meet ReStore standards; document and communicate rejected items appropriately.
- Interact with donors in a courteous, respectful, and professional manner.
- Represent Habitat Charlotte Region positively with donors, volunteers, customers, and the community.
- Collaborate effectively with teammates and demonstrate strong customer service skills.
- Maintain reliable attendance and flexibility to meet operational needs, including occasional overtime.
- Adhere to Habitat Charlotte Region's Code of Conduct and organizational policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
- Ability to drive 16'–26' commercial motor vehicles safely.
- Current and valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Prior customer service experience preferred.
Skills and Abilities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to lift heavy items and work in physically demanding environments.
- Dependable, self-motivated, and team-oriented.
Work Environment
- Outdoor work in all types of weather conditions.
- Frequent driving and sitting in a box truck.
- Work in warehouse and dock settings.
Physical Demands
- Lift up to 100 lbs. with assistance and 50 lbs. unassisted.
- Frequent standing, squatting, bending, stair climbing, and repeated entry/exit from trucks.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain).
Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace. A pre-employment drug screen and background check is required.
Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region program funding often includes federal funding and this role may support federally funded activities. People qualifying as Section 3 residents per Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968 (12 U.S.C § 1701u) and its associated regulations (24 C.F.R. Part 75) are encouraged to apply. Information on Section 3 qualifications and certification material available upon request.
