Sanitation Specialist

Sanitation Specialist

Wolverine - Hamtramck, MI 48211

Description

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 Sanitation Specialist, you will be responsible for the loading of solid waste/recycling debris from residential customers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Picks up solid waste and places it in the back of a rear load garbage truck on specific routes, often done manually or by pushing the toter to the tipper
• Lifts and carries trash bags, bulk items, and containers to truck for disposal
• Climbs on and off the rear of truck to load refuse, waste, and carts
• Operates packing mechanism
• Assists driver to safely back up truck by assisting from the ground
• Cleans behind the compactor blade when directed with a shovel and hoe
• Sprays and cleans the hopper and truck at the end of each shift or as needed
• Reports any safety or customer service-related issues to driver and supervisor
• Assists other routes as needed to complete daily work
• Ensures that refuse at residences is picked up and transported properly
• Answers questions from residents and directs them to contact customer service for additional information
• Complies with ANSI and OSHA guidelines
• Performs a variety of manual duties in the clean-up of scattered refuse, cleans up area around accidental waste spills and ensures that customers containers are replaced properly

Qualifications

Candidate Profile

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Must be able to pass criminal background check
• 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
• Must be able to work 6 am route completion