Driver/Receiver Norfolk - #BVIIR036 (Previous applicants need not reapply)

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Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Location: Norfolk, Virginia
Categories: Trades and Operations

 

Title: Driver/Receiver Norfolk - #BVIIR036 (Previous applicants need not reapply)

State Role Title: VIB Associate

Hiring Range: Anticipated salary starting at $38,460 - high $40,000s commensurate with experience.

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired

Location: Blind & Vision Impaired

Agency Website: https://www.dbvi.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Virginia Industries for the Blind (VIB) is a dynamic, ever evolving $50+ million social enterprise that offers challenging careers including production, services, retail, sales, customer service, fiscal, procurement, technology, and quality control.

VIB is ISO-certified and prides itself on satisfying its customers while saving them money and advancing its mission to create great jobs for Virginians who are blind (or sighted).

 

Job Duties:

The Virginia Industries for the Blind is an enterprise division within DBVI. VIB is an accredited affiliate of the National Industries for the Blind, and a manufacturer and distributor of products and services provided under the provisions of the Javits-Wagner-O’Day Act and the Ability One Program.

We are seeking to fill a Driver/Receiver Norfolk.

Purpose of Position:

  • Perform clerical and physical tasks in connection with receiving incoming shipments of merchandise.
  • Provide timely, courteous delivery of goods as needed to customers. 
  • Responsibilities include forklift operation and material movement, computer operation, providing customer service, stocking warehouse shelves, and other duties in support of the operation of the Ship Store.

Employees hired in these positions will follow the federal holiday schedule and their typical schedule will be Monday - Friday days. However, these positions require the flexibility to work off hours when the Navy requires deliveries outside of our normal work hours. That could include a short period of time over the weekend or on a holiday.

Minimum Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have:

Knowledge/Experience:


• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Excellent Customer Service Skills.


Skills/Abilities -

  • Ability to operate up to a 25ft Box Truck.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and excellent customer service skills. 
  • Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills. 
  • Proficient computer skills.  
  • Familiarity with internet, Microsoft Windows operating system and Microsoft Office software.
  • Ability to perform duties independently without direct supervision.
  • Ability to repeatedly and frequently lift up to 50 pounds and stand up to 8 hours.
  • Ability to operate a pallet jack/ forklift.

 

Additional Considerations:

• General warehousing, delivery service and/or retail experience.

Special Instructions:

  • Must be able to pass a DOD criminal background check required for access to the military base.


Employees in non-classified positions within the Virginia Industries for the Blind are offered a competitive benefits package that includes an annuity-based retirement plan, leave, and holiday pay that is paid by VIB, as well as jointly paid benefits such as health and life insurance. Employees additionally may enroll in other employee paid supplemental plans.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance.

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s New Recruitment Management System. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. PageUp will provide you with a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information:

Name: Human Resources

Email: Recruitment@dars.virginia.gov

 

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

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