Truck Driver 1
About the job
- Six months of industrial vehicle driving experience is required.
- A valid California Class C driver’s license is required, with a driving record acceptable to Goodwill’s insurance standards.
- Safeguard donations and company property from damage and theft, treat them with care, and assist donors when needed.
- Read maps, operate navigational tools such as Teletrac and GPS, and follow written and verbal geographic directions.
- Maintain Daily Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs) and daily trip sheets in accordance with state and federal laws and company procedures.
- Provide basic direction and redirection to an assigned truck helper.
- Safely operate 20–26-foot bobtail trucks and complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections; promptly report supply or equipment needs and mechanical problems to Dispatch or a Transportation Management member.
- Safely and efficiently load and unload trucks, vehicles, containers, and trailers by hand or using a hand truck, lift gate, or pallet jack.
- Maintain communication with Dispatch by calling at each stop and at scheduled times, and appropriately use and respond to Teletrac messages.
- Pad, stack, and secure items on the truck to prevent damage during transit.
- Follow all safety procedures and policies, and immediately report safety concerns to on-site management or an immediate supervisor.
- Perform other duties as directed or assigned.
- A high school degree or GED is preferred.
- One year of industrial vehicle driving experience is preferred.
- Basic computer skills and the ability to operate a GPS tracking system are preferred.
About the company
What the company does: Goodwill Industries of San Diego County provides employment and training opportunities to people with disabilities and other barriers to employment, helping them gain skills and find work in the local community. How the product works: It delivers job training, placement services, and supportive programs designed to build work skills, confidence, and independence; it may also operate thrift stores or donation-based activities that fund these services while offering community members opportunities to donate and shop. How it differs from competitors: It focuses on individuals with disabilities and barriers, offers a nonprofit, community-based model that reinvests earnings into local job programs and ongoing support, and combines training with real-world work experiences. What the goal is: to improve employment outcomes and long-term independence for people who face barriers to work, enabling them to participate more fully in the community.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
San Diego, California
Founded
1930
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- 2026 openings like La Jolla and expanded outlet operations show format momentum.
- Summer Youth Program and Paid Training Program deepen community ties and labor supply.
- 2025 revenue reached $94.3 million, with $145.0 million net assets supporting expansion.
What critics are saying
- 90% revenue from donations ties results to volatile consumer giving and inventory quality.
- Negative publicity around low wages and executive pay can hurt recruiting by 2026.
- If donation traffic or thrift demand falls, program funding and store economics break.
What makes Goodwill Industries of San Diego County unique
- San Diego County's thrift chain funds free employment programs from store sales.
- 2025 enrolled 4,610 jobseekers and placed 510 hires, proving local workforce reach.
- CARF accreditation and outlet auctions create a distinctive training-to-retail flywheel.
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