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Truck Driver / Forklift Operator

Enidchamber, Enid, OK, United States


Title
Truck Driver/Forklift Operator

Supervisor
Director of Employment Ministries

Hours
As required to meet directive — Minimum 35 hours per week. Evenings, Saturdays, and seasonal workload flexibility required

Job Overview
Responsible for operating a donation pickup truck, transporting items between locations, and supporting warehouse and retail operations for Hope Outreach. This role includes donation pickups, delivery runs and assisting with processing and floor preparation while maintaining a strong focus on safety, teamwork, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

Operate donation pickup truck for scheduled routes and errands

Pick up donations from homes, businesses, and drop-off sites

Complete purchase deliveries and drop-offs

Load, unload, and secure all transported items properly

Transport merchandise between store and warehouses

Perform trash and scrap removal runs

Conduct basic vehicle checks (fluids, tires, lights, fuel)

Maintain cleanliness of truck, warehouse, and other work areas

Maintain efficient routes and time management to ensure timely pickups and deliveries, with ability to navigate routes and follow GPS/delivery instructions

Maintain knowledge of truck routes and access limitations to ensure safe and efficient navigation, including awareness of locations the truck cannot safely enter or access

Report vehicle, forklift, or equipment issues immediately to leadership

Work closely and communicate effectively in a two-person team environment to ensure safe and efficient operations

Take ownership of recycled clothing and organize clothing bales and trailer items for proper storage and transport

Follow daily schedules and task assignments accurately

Operate forklift and baler safely

Assist with warehouse or receiving & processing when assigned

Assist with staging and positioning large donations on the retail floor for display

Assist customers with loading purchased items in their vehicle

Follow all safety procedures for driving, lifting, and equipment use

Provide respectful, professional interaction with donors and staff

Follow all General Worker job descriptions and other duties assigned by the Leadership

Physical / Environmental Requirements

Must have and maintain a driver’s license and clean driving record

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during shifts

Frequent bending, reaching, and lifting of merchandise

Lifting and moving large or heavy items, such as furniture, safely and efficiently

Ability to perform physically demanding work throughout entire shift, including loading, unloading, and continuous movement

Operating store equipment and tools in accordance with safety guidelines

Become forklift certified and operate as needed

Trains on and safely operates baler equipment as needed

Ability to operate a pallet jack safely

Ability to work in a fast-paced retail/warehouse environment with occasional exposure to varying temperatures

Skills / Competencies

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Basic math skills for pricing and cash handling

Personal Qualifications

Must be a self-starter and possess motivational skills

Must be dependable and responsible person of integrity who leads by example

Retail, warehouse, or supervisory experience is a plus

Actively involved in local denomination

Follows scriptural standards of behavior

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of Hope Outreach.

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