Donation Receiver at Knox Area Rescue Minist – Knoxville, Tennessee

Join a Mission That Changes Lives — Including Yours

At KARM Stores, every shift makes an impact. As a Donation Receiver, you are often the first interaction donors have with our organization. Your professionalism, energy, and care directly impact both our mission and the community we serve.

If you enjoy staying active, interacting with people, and working in a fast-paced environment, this may be the role for you.

Please review this short video for more details about this position.

Why Work at KARM Stores?

Every Sunday Off — GuaranteedCompetitive hourly pay based on location and experience25% Employee Discount90-Day Performance Review EligibilityPerformance-Based IncreasesReferral Bonuses & Incentive OpportunitiesPaid Time Off & Benefits Eligibility (Full-Time)Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities

Position Type

Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities available.

Key Responsibilities

Greet & assist donors with professionalism & gratitudeHelp unload donations safely & efficientlyProvide receipts & share information about KARM's missionSort & prepare donated items for processingMaintain a clean, organized, & safe donation areaWork closely with production and retail teamRepresent KARM's Core Values: Trustworthy, Team-Minded, & Teachable

What Success Looks Like

You will thrive in this role if you:

Enjoy working outdoors 7 staying physically activeAre comfortable interacting with a variety of peopleCan work efficiently in a fast-paced environmentMaintain a positive attitude under pressureTake pride in representing a mission-driven organization

Qualifications

Strong communication skills (verbal and written)Strong customer service skillsAbility to follow written and verbal instructionsBasic computer and point-of-sale system skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced retail environmentAvailability to work Saturdays and flexible shiftsCommitment to working respectfully within a mission-driven workplace

Physical Requirements

This role is performed in a retail donation environment and involves:

Ability to remain on your feet for extended periodsFrequent lifting, bending, and reachingAbility to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodationWorking in varying weather conditionsModerate to heavy physical activity throughout shift

Additional Information

KARM Stores participates in E-Verify and confirms employment eligibility through Form I-9 documentation.

We are proud to be a second-chance employer. Criminal history does not automatically disqualify applicants. Background checks are conducted in accordance with applicable law.

KARM Stores is an Equal Opportunity Employer.