CDL-A Freight Driver: Long-Haul Routes, Competitive Pay

FedEx Freight; North Arlington (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

FedEx Freight is hiring for a professional tractor-trailer driver in New Jersey. The role involves picking up and delivering trailers between service centers and turn-point locations, with responsibilities including pre-trip inspections, hooking/unhooking trailers, logging hours, and complying with DOT regulations.

The position requires a Class A CDL with hazmat and tank endorsements and a valid MVR. It offers both linehaul and non-linehaul pay structures, with hourly and mileage components, and

Qualifications

• Must possess a class A CDL with double/triple, hazmat and tank endorsements; automatic restriction allowed.
• At least 1 year experience within the last 3 years, or completion of FedEx Freight Driver Development Course.
• MVR acceptable based on hiring standards.
• DOT FMC regulations compliance (Part 391).
• LCV qualification for listed states (AZ, CO, FL, ID, IN, KS, MT, ND, NV, OH, OK, OR, SD, UT).
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift trailers and equipment up to about 100 pounds repeatedly.
• Ability to sit extended periods and maneuver in/out of trucks.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member.
• Demonstrates initiative and motivation.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailer including doubles and triples where applicable.
• Perform daily pre-trip and safety inspections.
• Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies.
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
• Maintain accurate daily logs.
• Comply with hazardous materials regulations and procedures.
• Follow dispatch instructions and communicate delays, arrivals, and problems.
• May perform chaining of vehicle tires.
• May perform city driver or dock duties if needed.
• Load and unload freight as required.
• Comply with laws, regulations and company policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

CDL Class A

Hazmat endorsement

MVR clear

DOT compliance

Basic communication

Heavy lifting ability

Independence and teamwork

Initiative and motivation

Education

1 year experience or Driver Development Course

Job description

FedEx Freight is hiring for a professional tractor-trailer driver in New Jersey. The role involves picking up and delivering trailers between service centers and turn-point locations, with responsibilities including pre-trip inspections, hooking/unhooking trailers, logging hours, and complying with DOT regulations.

The position requires a Class A CDL with hazmat and tank endorsements and a valid MVR. It offers both linehaul and non-linehaul pay structures, with hourly and mileage components, and