Container Delivery Driver — Safe Routes & Top Service

PRIORITY WASTE RESOURCES LLC; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Waste is seeking a Container Delivery Driver in Sterling Heights, MI. You will pick up and deliver containers to customer accounts, perform safety-driven vehicle inspections, and operate a Moffett forklift as needed.

The role requires a valid chauffeur's license, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work extended shifts including Saturdays. Applicants must pass a background check, physical, and DOT drug screen, and maintain a safe driving record.

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 pass criminal background check, physical and DOT drug screen.
• Must have safe driving record with no preventable accidents in past five years.
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers, dispatch and internal teams.
• Must be able to sit, kneel, crouch, stoop, crawl, balance, hear, talk and smell.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Performs pre and post trip inspections of truck (safety first).
• Operates truck in accordance with OSHA and DOT requirements and all laws.
• Mounts/dismounts a heavy-duty truck multiple times daily.
• Operates a Moffett forklift to load/unload containers.
• Completes assigned residential route daily, keeping customer sites clean.
• Communicates with customers as needed and notifies Route Manager of issues.
• Reports accidents, injuries, or incidents to Route Manager/Dispatch.
• Identifies containers needing repair or replacement.
• Maintains professional appearance and cleans vehicle.

Skills

Valid Chauffeur's License

Safe driving

Customer service / communication

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Tablet usage for work orders

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Moffett forklift operation

Job description

Priority Waste is seeking a Container Delivery Driver in Sterling Heights, MI. You will pick up and deliver containers to customer accounts, perform safety-driven vehicle inspections, and operate a Moffett forklift as needed.

The role requires a valid chauffeur's license, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work extended shifts including Saturdays. Applicants must pass a background check, physical, and DOT drug screen, and maintain a safe driving record.