Springs Rescue Mission considers every position one of ministry and a vital and valued part of our team. Therefore, it is essential that all employees of SRM have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to our Statement of Faith and Core Values. Springs Rescue Mission believes in progress. To that end, SRM creates Whole-Person programs that encourage steps toward a better future of self-sustainment in Health, Work, and Housing.

Summary of Position: This position will be responsible for donation pickups/drop-offs and shuttling trainees/guests. This position will work closely with the Donation Center and Vocational training management to help instruct trainees and schedule transportation. This position will Interface with trainees, donors, clients, volunteers and partner agencies as an ambassador of the Springs Rescue Mission and a representative of vocational training. This position will also instruct trainees and oversee volunteers on an ongoing basis

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Vocational Training Manager/Volunteer team to instruct, guide team on best practices
• Works with management to coordinate deliveries and pick ups
• Receive donations and interfaces with donors
• Completes and compiles appropriate record-keeping, documentation, driver logs and necessary paperwork including, incident/accident reports, police reports, and insurance claims
• Report traffic violations, accidents or damage to any mission vehicle.
• Communicates all obstacles, poor driver performance, and operational issues
• Helps with proper instruction of trainees in Vocational training to include in class instruction
• Delivery, set-up and tear down of SRM events
• Daily maintenance and upkeep of vehicles to ensure maximum performance, ensuring vehicles are clean, and are properly operating safely and that they are fueled .and have correct fluid levels, and etc.
• Supports proper training and recognition of volunteers for their partnership with Springs Rescue Mission.
• Utilizes appropriate systems for vehicle key inventory and storage.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Previous driving experience, including driving in inclement weather
• Certified Forklift Operator with OSHA certification preferred
• 3-5 years driving experience
• Experience driving Box trucks preferred

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Maintains a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and is a constant witness. Christ-centered and compassionate attitude in dealing with people including the homeless and faithfully upholds and exemplifies SRM's Statement of Faith
• Serves as an advocate for the homeless and raising awareness of the needs and concern for the addicted, and those in poverty; engaging others within one's influence on greater involvement and effectiveness on behalf of this population in Colorado Springs.
• Holds a valid Colorado driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and guidelines
• Basic knowledge and understanding of all applicable safety, and OSHA related regulations
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly trustworthy and conscientious - dependable and responsible
• Must be able to read, write and perform basic mathematical computations
• Able to safely complete duties in a timely manner
• Knowledge of Colorado Springs area including the ability to utilize navigational tools
• Knowledge of safe handling and lifting techniques

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICALFACTORS:

Occasionally= 1%-33%; frequently= 34%-6696; continuously= 67%-100%.

• Primarily indoors in typical office environment with climbing of stairs required on daily basis.
• Frequently: must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, moving between SRM buildings, bending, stretching, carrying, standing, carrying, kneeling, reaching, lifting, walking, talking, manual dexterity, climbing of stairs Continuously: sitting, adequate vision and hearing, good mental condition to withstand consistently medium to high levels of stress

EQUIPMENT/TOOLS USED:

• Computer
• Phone
• Fax

Salary & benefits include the following: $18.00/hour DOE.

* Full benefits package to include: medical benefits with SRM paying 85% of the medical premium, voluntary Dental, Vision, Allstate Accident Plan, SRM-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D. Also offered are 8 paid holidays, 21 days of accruable PTO, paid “Soul Care Retreat” days (up to 4 depending upon availability), Pay on Demand, and a 403b retirement plan with SRM-match after one (1) year, 100% vested beginning DOH; (Benefits are subject to change based on reevaluation or benefit plan changes annually.)

*Benefits begin at 1st of the following month after completing a full 30 days of employment (I.E. start date 4 January 2025, benefits initiate 1 March 2025

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:  January 31, 2025