Residential Driver

PRIORITY WASTE RESOURCES LLC; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Waste Resources LLC in Michigan is seeking a Residential Truck Driver to safely operate a garbage truck and haul waste/recycling on assigned routes.

The role requires a valid CDL, ability to pass background/drug screens, and good customer communication; you will perform inspections, follow DOT/OSHA rules, and maintain the vehicle's cleanliness.

We offer training opportunities and a stable team environment within a growing company.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class A or B CDL.
• 1 year experience operating a residential waste truck preferred.
• Must pass criminal background check, physical, and DOT drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre and post trip inspections of the truck.
• Operate the truck in accordance with OSHA and DOT requirements.
• Complete assigned residential route daily and keep customer locations debris-free.
• Communicate professionally with customers and dispatch.
• Notify Route Manager/Dispatch of accidents, injuries, or safety issues.

Skills

CDL Class A/B

Clean driving record

Customer communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Brown Rd New - Auburn Hills, MI 48326

Company Summary

Priority Waste (www.prioritywaste.com), headquartered in Clinton Township, Michigan, provides waste hauling services. Our company has experienced rapid growth since its founding in 2018. This growth has allowed us to continually expand our workforce. The Company operates out of several facilities, including two transfer stations. Priority Waste maintains a diversified platform providing service to both municipal solid-waste, construction and demolition customers. Through our yellow fleet of residential, roll off, and front load trucks and containers, Priority Waste makes the customer experience our #1 priority.

Job Purpose

In your role as a Residential Truck Driver, you will be responsible for safely operating a garbage truck and ancillary equipment on assigned route to haul solid waste/recycling debris from customers.

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
• Completes assigned residential route daily, leaving the customers 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

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B CDL
• 1-year experience operating a residential waste truck preferred
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 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