Container Delivery Driver

LRS; Niles (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

LRS in Michigan (Niles) is hiring a Container Delivery Driver responsible for the delivery and removal of waste and recycling carts to customers. This role requires physical exertion and safe operation of a manual-transmission truck, with hours and routes varying by area.

You will complete documentation, maintain logs, perform pre- and post-trip inspections, and interact professionally with customers while supporting the team and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physical duties including lifting, carrying, pushing carts and bins.
• Ability to read and follow maps and routes.
• Experience operating a manual transmission truck preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication with customers.

Responsibilities

• Operate truck safely and comply with all regulations.
• Deliver and/or remove waste or recycling carts and/or bins to customers.
• Complete proper documentation on deliveries and removals.
• Maintain and update driver logs and work orders.
• Interact professionally with internal and external customers.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• May assist in other projects and areas as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Read maps

Manual transmission driving

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Safety minded

Job description

LRS is the industry leader in providing innovative and environmentally responsibly waste and recycling solutions. Our team delivers exceptional service and value through relentless commitment to customer satisfaction and preservation of the environment. Through our safe and innovative approach to waste diversion, LRS thrives on the passion and innovation of our employees to preserve and sustain the beauty of the towns, neighborhoods and communities that we serve. We are excited to hire candidates that align with our Vision and Values: To become the safest, most innovative waste recycler in the world by redefining the way the world views waste.

Live Safety

• Serve With Passion
• Innovate Relentlessly
• Engage With Integrity
• Build Community
• Be Accountable

The Container Delivery Driver is responsible for the delivery and/or removal of waste or recycling carts and/or bins to customers. This position routinely requires physical exertion (lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling carts and/or bins) and entering/exiting the truck. Delivery drivers must be able to safely operate the vehicle, as well as provide courteous service to customers. The hours and physical demand may vary by route or area.

Reports To

Residential Supervisor

• Operate truck and perform job duties in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies
• Perform delivery and/or removal of waste or recycling carts and/or bins to customers
• Complete proper documentation on deliveries and removals
• Maintain and update work orders
• Conduct pre-trip/post trip inspections and completes logs
• Maintain and update drivers log sheets
• Professional interaction with internal and external customers
• May assist in other projects and areas, as needed
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management
• Other duties, as assigned

• Ability to perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertions, including repetitive lifting, pushing, pulling and climbing)
• Ability to read and understand a map
• Ability to drive truck with a manual transmission
• General knowledge of mechanics of trucks
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
• Additional skills may be required to perform additional task(s) specific to work location, department or line of business

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
• Occasionally required to stand and walk
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

$28/hr