About this role
Job Title: Seasonal Kettle Route Driver
FLSA Status: Seasonal, Full Time - non-exempt
Reports to: Kettle Coordinator/Assistant Kettle Coordinator
Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday 40hrs
Supervises: N/A
Rate of Pay: $18/hour
Closing Date: 11/5/2026
Benefits
Seasonal; Full-Time, Non-Exempt employees are eligible for but not limited to the following:
- Sick leave benefit – 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire; sick time accrual is pro-rated for part-time hours.)
Function
The Route Manager primary responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Drop off, pick up and set up for kettle stands.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Drop off and pick up kettles following the provided schedule route.
- Ensure all Kettles are secure with lock and set up properly when dropped off for start of Bell Ringing shift.
- Must be a person of high integrity.
- Pick up kettles at the end of Bell ringing day and report any signs of tampering of Kettle when concerned.
- Conduct pre-vehicle safety checks of brakes, headlights, tires, etc.
- On-time regular attendance is a must
- Commitment to the mission of The Salvation Army
- Hands-on Team Player
- To motivate the assigned bell ringing locations to interact with the public and give good will.
- Other duties as assigned, related to Kettles.
Education/Experience
- High school graduate or equivalent, good understanding of non-profit organization with knowledge of “best practices.
Qualifications
- Clean Driver's Record
- Ability to drive in inclement weather
Driving
- If the position requires driving:
o A minimum age of 21 (for insurance provision) and possession of a valid in-state driver's license is required.
o An MVR will be processed every year in accordance with The Salvation Army's policies.
Background Check
Continued employment will be contingent upon a biennial (every two years) background check that is processed in accordance with The Salvation Army's policies.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
- Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead.
- Ability to operate telephone.
- Ability to lift 25 pounds.
- Ability to access and produce information from the computer.
- Ability to understand written information.
- Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.