CDL-A Driver Apprentice: Launch Your Trucking Career

FedEx Freight; Vermont; Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Bonus potential

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Paid parental leave

Paid bereavement

Vacation (FT)

Paid holidays (FT)

Employee discounts

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a drive-focused candidate to operate tractor-trailer combinations and perform related dock and forklift duties. The role includes pre/post-trip inspections, securing freight, and coordinating with Dispatch on delays and equipment issues.

Must hold a valid Class A CDL or CLP with a clean MVR and comply with DOT regulations. Lifting up to 100 pounds and working varied shifts are required responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Must possess a class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or a commercial learning permit (CLP).
• Must possess acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) based on hiring standards.
• Must meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulatory requirements under section 391 of the FMC regulations.
• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to hook up and break down sets of trailers that require an average lift force of approximately 100 pounds, several times a day.
• Ability to lift/carry hand freight weighing up to 100 pounds, several times a week.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time, bend, twist, squat, climb in and out of truck.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailer combination, including doubles and/or straight trucks.
• Perform pre-trip, post-trip, and inter-trip safety inspections on equipment.
• Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailer.
• Perform freight handling using motorized and manual equipment, including forklift and pallet jack.
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, and rope.
• Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary.
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
• Comply with hazardous material regulations and company procedures as required.
• Communicate with Dispatch regarding delays, arrivals, equipment problems, etc.

Skills

CDL A or CLP

MVR acceptable

DOT regulatory knowledge

Basic math

Basic written & verbal communication

Heavy lifting (100 lbs)

Independent / team worker

Job description

FedEx Freight is seeking a drive-focused candidate to operate tractor-trailer combinations and perform related dock and forklift duties. The role includes pre/post-trip inspections, securing freight, and coordinating with Dispatch on delays and equipment issues.

Must hold a valid Class A CDL or CLP with a clean MVR and comply with DOT regulations. Lifting up to 100 pounds and working varied shifts are required responsibilities.