Heavy Hall Refuse Specialist
Priority Waste · prioritywaste.com
RomulusOn-site1+ yrs
The job in short
Heavy haul tractor-trailer driver hauling solid waste from transfer station to landfill.
LogisticsCompliance
Details
- Found
- 20 d ago · posted 2025-09-19
- Location as listed
- Romulus, MI, USA
- Role
- Delivery / Truck Driver
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Details: Job Location: Romulus - Romulus, MI, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, 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 Heavy Haul Driver, you will be responsible for safely operating a tractor trailer truck and ancillary equipment on assigned route to haul solid waste/recycling debris from our transfer station to the landfill.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties include but are not limited to:
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
Professionally communicates with customers as needed
Notifies Route Manager/Dispatch of any accidents, injuries, property damage, or any other incidents
Identifies and reports all containers in need of repair/replacement
Attends training programs, briefings, and meetings as required
Immediately communicates mechanical problems to Mechanic and Supervisor
Communicates customer requests to Route Manager/Dispatch
Immediately communicates mechanical problems to Mechanic and Supervisor
Maintains cleanliness of vehicle
Maintains professional appearance
Qualifications: The successful candidate profile includes:
Must possess a valid Class A CDL
1-year experience operating a heavy haul tractor trailer
High school diploma or GED preferred
Must be able to pass 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
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