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Mover/Driver – Donations Team (Part-Time)

Job Title: Furniture Mover/Driver
Location: On-site, multiple store locations
Status: Part-Time, 20 hours/week (two 10-hour shifts: Wednesday & Friday)
Salary: $16.50 – $20.00/hr.

About Us:
Home of the Sparrow empowers homeless women and children by providing shelter, resources, and hope for a brighter future. Our thrift stores help fund these services while offering affordable clothing and household goods to the community—every purchase directly supports our mission.

Overview:
The Mover/Driver is responsible for picking up and unloading donations in a safe and efficient manner, ensuring items are handled properly and transported to the appropriate locations. This role is physically demanding and essential to supporting our thrift stores and programs.

Key Responsibilities:
– Pick up and deliver donations using a 16 ft. box van
– Safely load and unload items, including lifting 100+ lbs.
– Maintain vehicle cleanliness and perform basic vehicle inspections
– Represent Home of the Sparrow professionally during pickups
– Follow all safety and operational procedures

Qualifications:
– Standard driver’s license required
– Must be 21 years of age or older
– Ability to lift 100+ lbs. safely
– Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
– Strong communication skills and professional demeanor

Why Home of the Sparrow:
Join a mission-driven team making a direct impact in the lives of women and children experiencing homelessness. Benefits include paid time off and a supportive work environment.

Please email your resume and job application to humanresources@hosparrow.org

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