Posted Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Looking for a flexible and independent way to earn extra income while making a difference in your community? As a Dropbox Attendant, you'll play a vital role in supporting Diabetes Canada by collecting and storing recycled textiles and small household items from donation bins located throughout your assigned territory.
Our Organization
The National Diabetes Trust is Canada’s largest charitable clothing and small household good collection service. With more than 5,000 donations bins and an active home pick-up service in communities across Canada (excluding Quebec), we collect unwanted gently used clothing and household items, using them to raise much-needed funds for Diabetes Canada.
Each year, the program diverts more than 100 million pounds of clothing and household items from landfill sites across Canada. As an employee on the National Diabetes Trust team, you are part of our national coverage in 2,500 communities, with 28 operations and 100 trucks. Join a team that is making a difference raising money for life altering charitable programs, all while helping the environment.
The opportunity offers the freedom to work independently, set your own schedule within provided guidelines, and take pride in knowing your efforts directly contribute to a meaningful cause.
What you will do:
Collecting and storing recycled textiles and small household items from Diabetes Canada donation bins that are placed in the Inverness and area communities.
This drop box attendant will also be responsible for completing household pick ups.
Duties include:
1. Regularly empty donation bins on a provided schedule
2. Bag loose items as needed (bags supplied)
3. Ensure cleanliness around the donation bins
4. Complete weekly service log sheets
5. Transport collected items to the designated storage facility as required
6. Meet Diabetes Canada Driver to load goods on truck
Skills and Requirements:
Vehicle Requirements: Applicants must own or operate a large vehicle, such as a van, cube van, or pick up truck to be considered for this role.
Driver's license: A valid Drivers License is required.
Physical Ability: Must be able to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
HST Number: Applicants must have or be willing to obtain an HST number.
Tax Benefits: You may be eligible for CRA deductions related to vehicle expenses (e.g., gas and maintenance) and technology used for this position.
Hours: Contract position so hours are part time and flexible.
Compensation: Varies based on the volume of donations collected and stored. It’s designed to serve as a supplement income or additional income, making it an ideal opportunity for those looking to earn extra money with flexible, part-time work.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement
At National Diabetes Trust, we are guided by our values of Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, and Respect. We believe in the importance of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).
We are committed to bringing people together in a respectful, inclusive and supportive environment, no matter their age, gender, identity, race, ethnicity, religion, income, sexual orientation, or where they live. In July of 2020, we signed the BlackNorth Initiative CEO pledge and will hold ourselves accountable in meeting those commitments.
How to Apply
* Must be legally eligible to work in Canada and, where applicable, must have a valid work permit or study permit that allows the candidate to fulfill the requirements of the role.
* NDT welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, including people of all genders, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. We value a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
* We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities as part of our hiring process. If you have special requirements, please advise us during the recruitment process.
* We thank all interested applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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