Outreach Center Warehouse Assistant

Job Description

Since 1952, Light of Life Rescue Mission has been a safe refuge for homeless and hurting people in the Pittsburgh area. Our Outreach Center provides food, furniture, clothing and other household goods to individuals and families coming out of homelessness. This new operation seeks an Outreach Center Warehouse Assistant to assist in daily operations.

We believe each person is created uniquely by God,

and therefore, is endowed with value and dignity.

Light of Life is committed to building a staff community

that reflects the diversity of His creation.

~ Jerrel Gilliam, Executive Director

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Catalog all gifts in kind donations and enter them into inventory.

Restore and repair furniture donations.

Produce and maintain accurate documentation.

Execute pick lists and other applicable documents to fill orders.

Assist on dock or throughout warehouse when applicable.

Safely operate all warehouse and moving equipment.

Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly facility and accurate inventory.

Mentor others, including junior staff, volunteers, and interns throughout the year.

Due to the interface with the clients, all jobs at Light of Life require employees to:

Walk alongside clients as a disciple of Christ and share the Gospel through actions and words.

Establish mutual trust and create a safe, authentic environment so that the clients continue to mature in Christ.

Resolve all issues in ways that promote the principles of Light of Life while following the processes described in the staff manual.

Practice effective stewardship of all resources.

Model personal responsibility, accountability, timely reporting and a self-evaluative lifestyle.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Minimum high school diploma or GED

Valid PA Driver's license and clean driving record

7-10 years' driving experience

Furniture delivery experience preferred

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Must be able to lift large objects like furniture and appliances

Valid driver's license and safe driving record

Ability to operate warehouse equipment including dolly, pump jack, power jack, and/or other material handling equipment

Strong customer service and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of General Driving Safety Principles

Knowledge of substance abuse issues and recovery helpful

Light of Life Ministries Inc offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and other valuable benefits, which begin the first of the month following employment. Light of Life also offers a retirement plan with match program after 6 months of employment.

All applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter with their resume.

Light of Life is committed to maintaining a drug-free community. Due to the nature of our ministry serving some who struggle with issues of addiction or drug abuse, our staff may not use or consume controlled substances like marijuana, even when prescribed by a physician.

Full-time