Driver Helper and Warehouse Associate

Habitat for Humanity Niagara provides hard-working families with access to affordable homeownership. A Habitat home is a “hand-up” in that zero down-payment is required, mortgages are affordable, and payments are geared to income. By making safe, decent, and affordable homeownership a reality, families are empowered to break the cycle of poverty and build happier, healthier and more productive lives for themselves and the communities in which they live. Habitat for Humanity Niagara, manages a portfolio of affordable homes, empowers volunteers and homeowners, and operates a social enterprise that includes three Habitat for Humanity Niagara ReStores. 

Job Summary

Habitat for Humanity Niagara is seeking an energetic and responsible individual with a passion for customer service and team work to make a difference in our community as our Driver Helper and Warehouse Associate, at the Grimsby and Fonthill ReStores.

The Driver Helper and Warehouse Associate is a collaborative team member and acts as an ambassador for Habitat for Humanity Niagara. This position fully services donors by picking up donations throughout Niagara daily, that consists of merchandise suitable for resale in our ReStore. In addition, this role supports the warehouse lead with product flow through our warehouse facility.

Essential

**Responsibilities**:

- Act as an ambassador for Habitat for Humanity Niagara
- Maintain professional and consistent communication when interacting with donors, customers, and staff
- Clearly communicate with donors to coordinate pick ups and drop offs in a timely fashion
- Assist in the movement of inventory in our warehouse facility
- Assist with paperwork and product valuation
- Complete all paperwork as required
- Adhere to all applicable safety standards, internal policies/procedures and laws while operating the company truck
- Report any incidents or accidents immediately

Qualifications and Skills
- Experienced driver is an asset (Will be operating a 24ft box truck)
- Standard G license or trained in commercial vehicle operation in good standing is an asset
- Superior customer service skills
- Flexible work schedule including the ability to work alternate Saturday shifts
- A clean driving record with a clean driving abstract
- Experience preferred in customer service-related field or warehouse work
- Self-starter, high energy, and strong independent work ethic
- Computer literate and familiar with Microsoft (Excel, Word, and Outlook)
- Demonstrates ability to multi-task and is team-oriented
- Experience working in a volunteer organization with volunteers and students
- Ability to lift at least 40lbs. Ability to bend, twist, push, and pull throughout the day, for extended periods of time
- Ability to work safely in all weather conditions
- Sound judgment and critical thinking skills
- Reliable and punctual

Assets
- Forklift experience, training or license
- Warehouse experience
- Experience with tools and the ability to troubleshoot

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in this role through this Indeed Portal.
- We thank all applicants for their interest in Habitat for Humanity Niagara. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $18.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Extended health care
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift

Application question(s):

- Have you operated a 24ft box truck previously?
- Is your resume up to date and clearly outlines your qualifications for the role?
- Do you have a clean driver’s abstract? If not, please explain

Work Location: On the road