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Thanks for your interest in a career with Habitat Victoria. If you think you would be a fit for one of the roles we have available, please submit an application below.

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ReStore Truck Driver

Habitat for Humanity Victoria (HFHV) brings communities together to help families build strength, stability and independence through affordable homeownership. The ReStore is a retail outlet open to the public that sells quality new and used home improvement items and building supplies. Funds raised through ReStore sales cover the operational costs of Habitat Victoria. That means that every dollar donated to Habitat Victoria goes directly towards building homes for local families living in need. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 
Reports to: Logistics Coordinator 
Supervises: Driver’s and Driver’s Assistant 
- Follows all established HFHV Safety and Human resources policies 
- Follows all established store procedures 

QUALIFICATIONS 
- High school diploma 
- 1 years’ experience in driving appropriate vehicle (3 ton box van) 
- Able to lift and move with up to 20kg on a regular basis 
- Able to stand on feet for long periods 
- Must have valid, clean class 5 driver’s license with suitable “N” driver’s abstract 

GENERAL SKILLS 
- Familiar with 1 ton trucks 
- Knowledge of the thrift store industry 
- Knowledge of product categories (new and used) furniture, housewares, home décor, lighting, plumbing, 
tools, hardware, electrical, building supplies, outdoor product, automotive, collectibles 
- Valid driver's license and a clean driving record 
- At least 21 years old
- Able to work independently and lift up to 75 lbs.
- Excellent communication skills
- Trucking or warehouse experience a plus

DONOR EXPERIENCE 
Donor Engagement 
- Handle Donor complaints in the absence of more senior staff.
- Establish positive rapport with Donors
- Pass serious complaints to appropriate senior manager
- Engage all donors in a polite, equitable, and friendly manner
- Maintain and communicate knowledge of mission, vision, and values of HFHV as brand ambassadors
- Maintain neat, clean, personal appearance including provided branded attire as per HFHV HR policy 
manual
- Maintain knowledge of ReStore donation acceptance criteria
- Use discretion in applying ReStore donation acceptance criterion in order to create positive donor 
experience
- Maximise donation values where possible
- Capture donor information in support of tax receipting

PRODUCT LOGISTICS 
Product Handling 
- Handle product in a manner consistent with not damaging the premises of the donor or the donation 
- Create loads that minimize damage to donated product 
- Aid receiving staff in unloading product 
- Follow published Safe Work Practices (SWP’s) 

Vehicle Housekeeping 
- Ensure fleet logs are being filled out correctly and submitted in a timely fashion
- Maintain tidy and clean vehicle
- Perform required safety checks on vehicles 
- Ensure fleet is fuelled 
- Report vehicle deficiencies to management 
- Keep material handling equipment safely stowed for transport 

SAFETY 
Driver Safety 
- Follow vehicle safety procedures
- Drive courteously and defensively
- Use care when working around vehicle and follow published SWP’s
First Aid 
- Required to hold HFHV funded first aid and WHMIS certification
- Required to report all first aid incidents
Safety Awareness and training 
- Attend safety meetings as required and scheduled
- Read and understand all safety manuals pertinent to their position
- Encouraged to participate in all HFHV funded third party safety training and certification. 
- Assist with training and supervision of new Truck Team Members.

VOLUNTEER SUPERVISION 
Volunteer engagement 
- Maintain clear lines of communication with volunteers 
- Train volunteers as driver’s assistants & report any concerns to supervisor 

Salary: $19.00-$22.00 per hour

ReStore Associate - Permanent Full Time - Westshore ReStore

Position Summary:
Reporting to the ReStore Manager, the cashier/warehouse associate is responsible for processing donations for sale, stocking shelves, and assisting retail customers in a warehouse retail environment.
Personal Attributes
· Strong belief in the mission and values of Habitat for Humanity.
· Physically Fit
· Adaptable
· Willing to learn
· Flexible
· Team Player
Helpful Skills
· Cashier experience
· Previous thrift store experience
· Knowledge of Antiques, Furniture, Housewares, Building Materials, Appliances, are considered an asset

Salary: $17.70 per hour 

ReStore Associates 

Position Summary:
Reporting to the ReStore Manager, the cashier/warehouse associate is responsible for processing donations for sale, stocking shelves, and assisting retail customers in a warehouse retail environment.
Personal Attributes
· Strong belief in the mission and values of Habitat for Humanity.
· Physically Fit
· Adaptable
· Willing to learn
· Flexible
· Team Player
Helpful Skills
· Cashier experience
· Previous thrift store experience
· Knowledge of Antiques, Furniture, Housewares, Building Materials, Appliances, are considered an asset
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Salary: $17.70 per hour
Habitat for Humanity Victoria ReStore
Phone: 250.386.7867
Email: restore@habitatvictoria.com

Westshore ReStore
849 Orono Avenue
Langford, BC V9B 2T9

Phone: 250.386.7867 ext 113

Uptown ReStore
3311H Oak Street
Victoria, BC V8X 1P9

Phone: 250.386.7867 ext 213
ReStore Hours

Shop
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Tuesday - Saturday

Donate
9:30 am to 5:00 pm
​Monday to Saturday
Habitat for Humanity Victoria Affiliate Office
Phone: 250.480.7688
Fax: 250.480.7648 
Email: info@habitatvictoria.com

Mailing address:
​849 Orono Avenue
Victoria, BC V9B 2T9

Charity BN/Registration:
89060 4135 RR0001
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  • Home
    • About
    • Careers
    • Board
    • News
    • Contact Us
  • Donate
    • Donate to our build fund
    • Leave a Legacy >
      • Bequests
      • Life insurance
      • Endowments
    • Donate Securities
    • Our Supporters >
      • Build Partners and Supporters
      • Annual Campaign Supporters
  • ReStore
    • Hours and Locations
    • Request A Pick-Up
    • What the ReStore Accepts
    • ReStore Donate and Save
  • Volunteer
    • Apply to Volunteer
  • Homeownership
    • About our program
    • Homeownership Inquiry
    • Homeownership FAQs
    • Families
  • Builds
    • Central Saanich Build
    • North Saanich Build
    • Past Builds
  • Get Involved
    • Fundraising for Habitat
    • Events >
      • 50/50 Raffle
      • Current & Upcoming Events
      • Past Events