Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $17.50
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Referral bonuses
retirement plan contributions
Tuition Reimbursement
Gym reimbursement
Emergency assistance funds
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Goodwill Southern New England is a renowned non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals by providing them with valuable education, skill development, and employment opportunities. With a strong commitment to community service and social responsibility, Goodwill has been making a significant impact in Southern New England, helping people overcome barriers to employment and achieve financial independence. The organization operates various facilities including retail stores, warehouses, and donation centers, fostering an environment where individuals can grow and succeed. Its mission extends beyond just a typical workplace, focusing on comprehensive social betterment and support for the underserved populations in the region. Known for... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- ability to read and comprehend work orders, shipping orders, simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
- ability to communicate effectively in one-on-one situations
- ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
- ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent
- ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
- physical ability to lift and/or move up to 60 pounds frequently and occasionally lift/move more than 100 pounds
- physical ability to push crates on wheels weighing up to 600 pounds
- ability to operate tow motor and hand truck with certification
- readiness to work weekend, evening, and holiday shifts as required
Job Qualifications
- High school education or GED not required
- up to three months related experience or training
- ability to read and comprehend work orders, shipping orders, simple instructions, and memos
- ability to communicate with customers in one-on-one situations
- ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
- ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent
- ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions
- ability to deal with standardized situations with occasional or no variables
- ability to operate tow motor and hand truck and maintain certification
Job Duties
- Follow verbal instructions or read work orders to determine materials and containers to be moved
- load materials into and from vehicles, install strapping, bracing or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit, assisting truck driver
- convey materials to and/or from storage or work sites to designated areas using hand truck, tow motor or pallet jack
- participate in training regarding proper and safe operation of hand truck and tow motor
- occasionally count, weigh and/or record number of units of material moved or handled
- pre-sort and grade donated goods for shipping to retail stores, outlet, salvage or trash
- assist in preparation of all shipping documentation for materials being shipped from premises
- lift heavy objects by hand and maintain clean work area, machines and/or equipment
- operate baler and tipping equipment and notify supervisor in event of problems
- remove snow and ice from sidewalks to ensure safe environments
- perform other related essential duties as required or assigned by supervisor
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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