Cart Delivery Driver

PRIORITY WASTE RESOURCES LLC; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Waste Resources LLC in Romulus, MI is hiring a Container Delivery Driver to pick up and deliver varying sizes of containers to customer sites. The role requires adherence to OSHA/DOT rules, pre/post trip inspections, and professional interaction with customers.

You must possess a valid chauffeur's license, be able to pass background and DOT drug screening, and lift up to 75 pounds. We value safety, reliability, and good communication with dispatch and customers.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Chauffer's License.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to work 10-12 hour shifts, including some Saturdays.
• Ability to use a tablet to receive work orders.
• Must be able to pass criminal background check, physical and DOT drug screen.
• Must have safe driving record, including no avoidable accidents in the past five years.
• Must have ability to communicate professionally with customers, dispatch and internal customer service.
• Must be able to sit, kneel, crouch, stoop, crawl, balance, hear, talk and smell.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
• May be required to work in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Performs pre and post trip inspections of truck.
• Operates truck in accordance with OSHA and DOT requirements as well as all local, municipal, state, and federal laws.
• Mounts and dismounts a heavy-duty truck many times each day.
• Operate a Moffett (forklift truck) to load and unload containers.
• Completes assigned residential route daily, leaving the customer’s location free of debris.
• Professionally communicates with customers as needed.
• Notifies Route Manager/Dispatch of any accidents, injuries, property damage, or any other incidents.
• Notifies Route Manager/Dispatch of any service interruptions such as closed lots, blocked containers, safety hazards etc
• Identifies and reports all containers in need of repair/replacement.
• Attends training programs, briefings, and meetings as required.
• Communicates customer requests to Route Manager/Dispatch.
• Immediately communicates mechanical problems to Mechanic and Supervisor.
• Maintains cleanliness of vehicle.
• Maintains professional appearance.

Skills

Chauffeur license

Safe driving

Customer communication

Tablet usage

Emergency readiness

Physical capability

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Romulus - Romulus, MI 48174

Company Summary

Priority Waste, headquartered in Clinton Township, MI, is a growth-oriented waste management company serving municipal solid waste and construction & demolition customers in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio. Founded in 2018, Priority Waste has expanded rapidly through organic growth and strategic acquisitions, operating out of multiple facilities across three states. Backed by TPG (Nasdaq: TPG), a leading global private equity firm with approximately $246 billion in assets under management, Priority Waste is committed to delivering outstanding customer service. We are building a best-in-class finance organization to support our continued growth.

Job Purpose

In your role as a Container Delivery Driver you will be picking up and delivering varying sizes of containers to different customers accounts.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs pre and post trip inspections of truck
• Operates truck in accordance with OSHA and DOT requirements as well as all local, municipal, state, and federal laws
• Mounts and dismounts a heavy-duty truck many times each day
• Operate a Moffett (forklift truck) to load and unload containers
• Completes assigned residential route daily, leaving the customer’s location free of debris
• Professionally communicates with customers as needed
• Notifies Route Manager/Dispatch of any accidents, injuries, property damage, or any other incidents
• Notifies Route Manager/Dispatch of any service interruptions such as closed lots, blocked containers, safety hazards etc
• Identifies and reports all containers in need of repair/replacement
• Attends training programs, briefings, and meetings as required
• Communicates customer requests to Route Manager/Dispatch
• Immediately communicates mechanical problems to Mechanic and Supervisor
• Maintains cleanliness of vehicle
• Maintains professional appearance

QualificationsCandidate Profile

• Must possess a valid Chauffer's License
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to work 10-12 hour shifts, including some Saturdays
• Ability to use a tablet to receive work orders
• Must be able to pass criminal background check, physical and DOT drug screen
• Must have safe driving record, including no avoidable accidents in the past five years
• Must have ability to communicate professionally with customers, dispatch and internal customer service
• Must be able to sit, kneel, crouch, stoop, crawl, balance, hear, talk and smell
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds
• May be required to work in emergency situations

At Priority Waste, there are fundamental qualities that we look for in all our employees

• People who excel in a collaborative environment (team players)
• A willingness to do whatever the situation calls for
• An excitement to be part of a growing organization
• A genuine understanding that the quality of your work has a direct impact on the company’s success