Class A CDL| Route Driver| $7,500 SIgn On Bonus| 4311

Denali Water Solutions•Livonia, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Denali is seeking a dependable, safety-focused Class A CDL Route Driver to collect, haul, and deliver food waste on designated routes. Based in Livonia, Michigan, the role typically serves 15–25 stops per day and combines safe commercial vehicle operation, hands-on work, accurate recordkeeping, and professional customer service. Drivers may be assigned intrastate and interstate routes, and should expect to operate in interstate commerce. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring alertness, sound judgment, and diligence, with responsibility for the safety of the driver and others. The position is full-time and hourly, with starting pay up to $29 per hour and potential annual earnings of $94,250. Drivers work a five-day schedule, start by 6 a.m., are home daily, and may work 55–65 hours per week, with overtime available. Some weekends and flexible hours may be required based on seasonal demand and operational needs, within applicable hours-of-service limits. The posting offers a $7,500 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires, paid in installments at 90 days, 180 days, and the first anniversary, subject to active employment and good standing at each milestone. It also lists a $1,000 annual retention bonus, safety-program prizes, benefits, and PTO and sick time from day one. Drivers collect, load, haul, and deliver food waste; operate manual- and automatic-transmission commercial vehicles; and use pallet jacks, pressure washers, and basic hand tools as needed. They inspect and maintain vehicles and equipment, keep customer locations and equipment clean, maintain electronic logs and other required documentation, communicate service needs and issues, report accidents and injuries, and participate in safety calls and training. The work takes place outdoors in all weather and may involve unpleasant odors associated with food waste and farm environments. Denali describes itself as an organic recycling company that transforms unused food and organics into resources. The company offers medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) match; company-paid disability and life insurance; paid time off, sick time, family leave, and nine paid holidays; an Employee Assistance Program; a Wellness Program; and free professional-development courses. The posting also describes learning and advancement opportunities, volunteerism opportunities, and a collaborative, values-driven culture.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL, self-certified as a Non-Excepted Interstate driver with the issuing state.
Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP) report.
Meet one of these age and experience combinations: at least 23 years old with a minimum of two years of full-time, verifiable tractor-trailer experience; or at least 21 years old with one year of tractor-trailer experience and graduation from a truck driving school or one year of military experience.
Stable work history.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Basic computer and mobile phone skills.
Regularly lift, pull, and/or push up to 70 pounds and regularly pull or roll totes weighing up to 300 pounds.
Ability to bend, stoop, twist, shovel, and reach overhead.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and around unpleasant odors associated with food waste and farm environments.

Responsibilities

Collect, load, haul, and deliver food waste on company-assigned intrastate and interstate routes, typically serving 15–25 stops per day.
Safely operate manual- and automatic-transmission commercial vehicles in accordance with DOT requirements and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Use manual or electric pallet jacks as needed.
Use a pressure washer to rinse bins and containers and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and promptly report equipment concerns.
Use basic hand tools for minor repairs to company bins and equipment.
Perform basic truck and equipment maintenance and maintain equipment cleanliness.
Maintain electronic driver logs and required service, contamination, and maintenance documentation accurately; submit paperwork promptly.
Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and the operations team about service needs, equipment concerns, and customer issues.
Immediately report accidents and injuries to the safety manager.
Work flexible hours based on seasonal demand and operational needs, within applicable hours-of-service limits.
Participate in weekly safety calls, training sessions, and briefings.
Use a computer and mobile phone for training, communication, and expense management.
Adapt to alternate route assignments, including interstate routes, as needed.
Follow safety practices and exercise alertness, sound judgment, and diligence in this safety-sensitive role.

Benefits

$7,500 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires, paid in installments at employment milestones.
$1,000 annual retention bonus.
PEAKS Safety Program quarterly and annual raffle prizes and an annual Apex prize.
Medical insurance, including copay and HSA plan options.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
401(k) match of up to 4%.
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Company-paid AD&D and life insurance.
Voluntary life insurance options for employees and family.
Health Savings Plan.
Paid time off and sick time, including family leave; PTO and sick time from day one.
Nine paid holidays.
Weekly pay.
Free professional-development courses through the Ascend Employee Development Program and Learning Management System.
Employee Assistance Program.
Wellness Program.
Opportunities for professional growth and learning.
Volunteerism opportunities.
$150 boot credit.