Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity

ReStore Truck Assistant

Asheville, NC - Full Time

Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity’s DEI Commitment affirms housing as a human right and homeownership as a foundation for generational wealth and social mobility. We also acknowledge that “bringing people together” is central to our mission. People with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds are critical to our success. Join our team and help us further our mission of building homes, communities, and hope.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for more than a truck assistant, we are looking for someone who represent AAHH by interfacing successfully with people in a polite and courteous manner, committed to our mission and values. Applicant must have a valid driver license and clean driving record, be able to repeatedly lift heavy items and be comfortable working in the back of a box truck.

Work schedule alternate months of MONDAY-FRIDAY and TUESDAY-SATURDAY. 

Pay rate - $22.00 p/hr

Click here to check out our benefits package.

GENERAL FUNCTION:

Reporting to the ReStore Truck Driver and the ReStore Donations Manager, the Truck Assistant is responsible to assist in the pick-up and delivery of materials using the Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity (AAHH) ReStore truck. The truck driver assistant is a cross-trained position and must have a valid NC Driver’s license and clean driving record.

KNOW HOW:

Committed to the mission of AAHH, the incumbent will be able to interface successfully with people, operate equipment safely, and lift and move heavy objects.

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES:

1. Assist the ReStore Truck Driver in the pick-up and delivery of materials.

2. Represent AAHH by interfacing successfully with people in a polite and courteous manner.

3. Move material in and out of the truck in a safe, efficient manner.

4. Have the ability to repetitively lift and move up to 100 pounds.

5. Operate the truck, forklift (upon certification) and other equipment safely and in compliance with AAHH safety procedures.

6. Assist and work within the Habitat for Humanity ReStore as needed and/or assigned.

7. Perform other duties as may be assigned.


Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Living Wage Certified, Family Forward Certified, Breastfeeding Friendly Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We are committed to providing a safe workspace for all staff and volunteers. All candidates who have received an offer of employment will undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances, a sex offender screening, and criminal background check. Criminal background is reviewed on a case-by-case basis considering the severity, timeframe of the offense, and applicability to the responsibilities of the open position. If you require accommodation due to a disability to complete this application OR you are experiencing issues submitting your application, please email [email protected].
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