Residential Truck Driver

Priority Waste Resources; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Waste Resources in Sterling Heights, MI is hiring a Residential Truck Driver. You will safely operate a garbage truck and related equipment on assigned routes, hauling solid waste and recyclables while complying with DOT and OSHA rules.

The role demands a valid CDL, a clean driving record, and the ability to pass background checks and drug tests. You will interact with customers, perform inspections, and help maintain vehicle cleanliness and safety.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class A or Class B CDL.
• At least 1 year of experience operating a residential waste truck.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must pass criminal background check, DOT drug screen, and have a clean driving record.
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers and dispatch.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of the truck.
• Operate the truck per OSHA, DOT, and local laws.
• Complete daily residential routes and ensure cleanliness.
• Maintain professional communication with customers.
• Report incidents to Route Manager/Dispatch.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and appearance.
• Attend trainings and meetings as required.

Skills

CDL

Customer communication

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Sterling Heights - Sterling Heights, MI, Salary Range: Undisclosed, 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: 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

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 companys success