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

Denali Water Solutions LLC•Livonia, MI

6d•$26 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Denali is seeking a dependable, safety-focused Class A CDL Route Driver based in Livonia, Michigan, to collect, haul, and deliver food waste on assigned routes. The role typically involves 15–25 stops per day and combines safe commercial vehicle operation, hands-on work, accurate recordkeeping, and professional customer service. Drivers may be assigned alternate or interstate routes and should expect to operate in interstate commerce. This safety-sensitive position requires alertness, sound judgment, and diligence, with responsibility for personal and public safety. The position is full-time and hourly, with starting pay up to $29.00 per hour and potential annual earnings of $94,250. The schedule is five days per week, starts by 6 a.m., and includes some weekends. Drivers are home daily and typically work 55–65 hours weekly, with overtime available. Work hours may vary with seasonal demand and operational needs, within hours-of-service limits. The role is based around outdoor route work in all weather conditions and includes handling food-waste containers, maintaining vehicles and equipment, and working around unpleasant odors associated with food waste and farm environments. Denali 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. Other compensation and perks include a $1,000 annual retention bonus, safety-program raffle prizes, weekly pay, a $150 boot credit, benefits, and PTO and sick time from day one. Denali describes itself as an organic recycling company that transforms unused food and organics into resources. The company offers a collaborative, values-driven culture, professional development and advancement opportunities, and benefits intended to support employee well-being and work-life balance.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL, self-certified with the issuing state as a Non-Excepted Interstate driver.
Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP) report.
Meet one of these age and experience pathways: 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.
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 food-waste and farm-environment odors.

Responsibilities

Collect, load, haul, and deliver food waste on assigned intrastate and interstate routes, typically serving 15–25 stops per day.
Safely operate commercial vehicles with manual and automatic transmissions in compliance with DOT requirements and applicable 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 keep equipment clean.
Maintain electronic driver logs and required service, contamination, and maintenance documentation accurately.
Submit paperwork promptly to the appropriate team.
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 in response to 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.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical plans, including copay and HSA options.
Dental and vision coverage for employees and families.
401(k) match of up to 4%.
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, 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 begin on day one.
Nine paid holidays.
Weekly pay.
Professional development, including free access to thousands of courses through the Ascend Employee Development Program and Learning Management System.
Employee Assistance Program with counseling and resources.
Wellness Program.
$150 boot credit.
$7,500 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires, paid in installments subject to stated conditions.
$1,000 annual retention bonus.
PEAKS Safety Program quarterly and annual raffle prizes.
Overtime available.