Transfer Station Driver

PRIORITY WASTE RESOURCES LLC; Pontiac, Auburn Hills (MI, MI); Vor Ort; USD 40.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

PRIORITY WASTE RESOURCES LLC in Pontiac, MI, is seeking a Transfer Refuse Specialist responsible for operating tractor-trailer trucks and ensuring safe transportation of waste. The ideal candidate will have a valid CDL A, a safe driving record, and the ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

This role requires professional communication skills and adherence to DOT regulations. Join a growing company that values teamwork and excellence.

Qualifikationen

• Must possess a CDL A.
• Must pass a criminal background check, physical exam, and DOT drug screen.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.

Aufgaben

• Safely operate a tractor‑trailer truck and ancillary equipment.
• Perform pre and post‑trip inspections of the truck.
• Complete assigned routes and keep areas clean.

Kenntnisse

Safe driving record

Professional communication

Physical fitness

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Tools

DOT regulations knowledge

Tractor-trailer operation

Jobbeschreibung

Transfer Refuse Specialist

Job Location: Pontiac - Auburn Hills, MI 48326

Company Summary

Priority, headquartered in Clinton Township, MI, is a pioneering technology company transforming the logistics industry with our innovative solutions & commitment to exceptional customer service. We seek team players who excel in a collaborative environment, embrace change, & understand the impact their work has on others. Our company has experienced rapid growth since its founding in 2018.

Job Purpose

As a Transfer Refuse Specialist, you will safely operate a tractor‑trailer truck and ancillary equipment, hauling materials from designated sites.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform pre and post‑trip inspections of the truck
• Operate the truck in accordance with DOT requirements and local, municipal, state, and federal laws
• Mount and dismount a heavy‑duy truck many times each day
• Complete the assigned route daily, leaving the pick‑up location free of debris
• Haul waste or recyclable materials to transfer stations, landfills, or processing facilities
• Secure loads, operate hydraulic systems to load and unload containers, and maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle
• Professionally communicate with customers as needed
• Notify appropriate parties of any accidents, injuries, property damage, or other incidents
• Notify appropriate parties of any service interruptions such as closed lots, blocked containers, or safety hazards
• Attend training programs, briefings, and meetings as required
• Immediately communicate mechanical problems to a mechanic and supervisor
• Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle
• Maintain a professional appearance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Must possess a CDL A
• Must pass a criminal background check, physical exam, and DOT drug screen
• Must have a safe driving record, including no avoidable accidents in the past five years
• Must be able 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
• Must be able to start as early as 5:00AM
• May be required to work in emergency situations

Core Values

• 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 directly impacts the company’s success

Location & Travel

The Transfer Refuse Specialist will start and end each day at the company’s transfer station in Pontiac, MI.