What are the responsibilities and job description for the Container Delivery Driver (Manual Transmission) position at PRIORITY WASTE RESOURCES LLC?
Company Summary
Priority, headquartered in Clinton Township, MI, is a pioneering technology company transforming the logistics industry with our innovative solutions & commitment to exceptional customer service. We are seeking Team Players who excel in a collaborative environment, embrace change, & understand the impact their quality of work has on others. Our company has experienced rapid growth since its founding in 2018. This growth has allowed us to continually expand our workforce. Priority operates out of several facilities across 3 states. Priority maintains a diversified business model providing service to both municipal solid-waste, construction & demolition customers. Our biggest priority is providing outstanding customer service & revolutionizing the industry through the use of the latest technology.
Job Purpose
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 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
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
