Transfer Refuse Specialist

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 Transfer Refuse Specialist, you will be responsible for safely operating a tractor trailer truck and ancillary equipment on assigned route to haul materials from designated sites. 

Duties and Responsibilities 
Duties include but are not limited to: 

• Perform pre and post trip inspections of truck 

• Operate truck in accordance with DOT requirements as well as all local, municipal, state, and federal laws 

• Mount and dismount a heavy-duty truck many times each day 

• Complete assigned route daily, leaving pick-up location free of debris 

• Haul waste or recyclable materials to transfer stations, landfills, or processing facilities 

• Secure loads, operate hydraulic systems to load and unload containers, and maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle 

• Professionally communicates with customers as needed 

• Notify appropriate parties of any accidents, injuries, property damage, or any other incidents 

• Notify appropriate parties of any service interruptions such as closed lots, blocked containers, safety hazards etc. 

• Attend training programs, briefings, and meetings as required  

• Immediately communicate mechanical problems to Mechanic and Supervisor 

• Maintains cleanliness of vehicle 

• Maintains professional appearance 

Candidate Profile 
The successful candidate profile includes: 

• High school diploma or GED preferred 

• Must possess a CDL A 

• 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 

• Must be able to start as early as 5:00AM  

• May be required to work in emergency situations 

Core Values 
At Priority Waste, there are fundamental qualities that we look for in all our employees: 

• People who excel in a collaborative environment (team players) 

• A willingness to do whatever the situation calls for 

• An excitement to be part of a growing organization 

• A genuine understanding that the quality of your work has a direct impact on the company’s success 

Location & Travel 
The Transfer Refuse Specialist will start/end each day at the company’s transfer station in Pontiac, MI