FEL Refuse Specialist

Location

Wayne – Wayne, MI 48184

In your role as a Front End Load CDL Driver, you will be responsible for safely operating a front end load truck and ancillary equipment on an assigned route to haul solid waste/recycling debris from large, high‑volume industrial/construction customers, as well as residential and commercial customers.

• 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 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

• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B CDL
• 1‑year experience operating a front end load truck preferred
• 1‑year experience in solid waste industry preferred
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Must be able to pass criminal background check, physical and DOT drug screen
• Must have a safe driving record, including no avoidable accidents in the past five years
• Must have the 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