Residential Driver - Rear Load

PRIORITY WASTE RESOURCES LLC; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PRIORITY WASTE RESOURCES LLC is seeking a Residential Truck Driver for their Sterling Heights location. Key responsibilities include safely operating a garbage truck, conducting inspections, and communicating effectively with customers.

The ideal candidate must hold a valid Class A or Class B CDL, have a safe driving record, and be able to pass background checks and drug screening.

Qualifications

• 1-year experience operating a residential waste truck preferred.
• Must pass criminal background check, physical and DOT drug screen.
• Able to lift up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate garbage truck on assigned route.
• Perform pre and post trip inspections of truck.
• Professionally communicate with customers.

Skills

Valid Class A or Class B CDL

Safe driving record

Professional communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Location: Sterling Heights - Sterling Heights, MI 48313

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

Duties include but are not limited to:

• 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

The successful candidate profile includes:

• 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