CDL-A Freight Driver - City & Linehaul

FedEx Freight; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 51,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Job summary

FedEx Freight in Elizabeth, NJ is seeking a CDL Class A driver to pick up and deliver freight between service centers and customers, supporting the selling process. This role requires hazmat and tank endorsements, an acceptable MVR, and DOT compliance, with at least 1 year of recent driving experience or completion of the FedEx Freight Driver Development Course.

The position offers benefits such as medical, dental, vision coverage, and a 401(k) plan after 1 month; full- and part-time roles are

Qualifications

• CDL with double/triple, hazmat and tank endorsements. Automatic transmission restriction allowed.
• Minimum 1 year experience within the last 3 years or successful completion of FedEx Freight Driver Development Course.
• Must possess acceptable MVR and meet DOT regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailer with doubles/triples or straight trucks.
• Perform pre-trip and safety inspections.
• Hook/unhook trailers and convert dolly connections.
• Handle freight with motorized/manual equipment, including forklift/pallet jack.
• Secure freight inside trailers with pallets/straps/rope.
• Maintain required documentation and reports.
• Communicate with dispatch and customers about pickups/deliveries and sales leads.

Skills

CDL Class A

Hazmat endorsement

DOT knowledge

Basic math

Communication skills

Physical endurance

Education

Driver Development Program

Job description

FedEx Freight in Elizabeth, NJ is seeking a CDL Class A driver to pick up and deliver freight between service centers and customers, supporting the selling process. This role requires hazmat and tank endorsements, an acceptable MVR, and DOT compliance, with at least 1 year of recent driving experience or completion of the FedEx Freight Driver Development Course.

The position offers benefits such as medical, dental, vision coverage, and a 401(k) plan after 1 month; full- and part-time roles are