Residential Truck Driver-$2,000 Sign/Stay Bonus

Priority Waste Resources•Wayne, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Priority Waste is seeking a Residential Truck Driver to safely operate a garbage truck and ancillary equipment on assigned routes to haul solid waste/recycling debris from customers. The company has experienced rapid growth since its founding in 2018 and is looking to expand its workforce. Priority Waste operates a diversified platform serving both municipal solid-waste and construction and demolition customers, emphasizing customer experience.

Requirements

Must possess a valid Class A or Class B CDL
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

Nice To Haves

1-year experience operating a residential waste truck preferred
High school diploma or GED preferred

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