Container Delivery Driver (Chauffeurs License

Job Details

Job Location:

Holland - Holland , MI 49423
Company Summary

Priority Waste is a fast-growing, technology-driven waste and recycling company that's transforming the industry through innovative solutions and exceptional customer service! Since launching in 2018, we've expanded rapidly across multiple states.

We're excited to be launching new operations in the Grand Rapids, Holland, and New Hudson areas and are looking for the first drivers to join our growing team! This is a unique opportunity to help build a new market from the ground up while joining a company that values teamwork, safety, and career growth!

At Priority Waste, we serve both municipal solid waste and construction & demolition customers through a diversified business model, backed by industry-leading technology and a commitment to doing things differently! If you're looking to be part of an exciting expansion with a company that's investing in its people and its future, we'd love to have you on board!

In your role as a Container Delivery Driver you will be picking up and delivering varying sizes of containers to different customers accounts.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Performs pre and post trip inspections of truck
• Operates manual transmission 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
• Operate a Moffett (forklift truck) to load and unload containers
• Completes assigned residential route daily, leaving the customer’s 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

The successful candidate profile includes:

• Must possess a valid Chauffer's License
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to work 10-12 hour shifts, including some Saturdays
• Ability to use a tablet to receive work orders
• 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