CDL-A Long-Haul Truck Driver (Hazmat)

FedEx Freight; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental insurance

AD&D, STD & LTD

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) retirement savings plan

Bonus potential

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

2 weeks paid parental leave

Paid bereavement

Employee discounts

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a professional driver to pick up and deliver trailers between service centers using tractor-trailer combinations. The role emphasizes safety inspections, proper documentation, and efficient dispatch communication.

Applicants must hold a Class A CDL with hazmat/tank endorsements, have a suitable MVR, and meet DOT requirements. Compensation includes mileage and hourly pay, with potential overnight travel and varied schedules; qualifying benefits are available.

Qualifications

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• Must possess a class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with double/triple, hazardous materials and tank endorsements.* Automatic transmission CDL restriction allowed.
• Must possess 1 year experience within most recent 3 years, or successful completion of FedEx Freight Driver Development Course.
• Must have acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) based on hiring standards.
• Must meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulatory requirements under section 391 of the Federal Motor Carrier (FMC) regulations.
• Long combination vehicles (LCV) (i.e. Triple Trailers, Rocky Mountain Doubles, and Turnpike Doubles) are operated in the states of AZ, CO, FL, ID, IN, KS, MT, ND, NV, OH, OK, OR, SD and UT. LCV Drivers in these states must meet the Long Combination Vehicles (LCV) Qualification and Certification Minimum Standards.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.).
• Ability to hook-up and break-down sets of trailers that require an average lift force of about 100 pounds, several times a day or more.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailer combination, including doubles (and triples, where applicable).
• Perform daily pre-trip and safety inspections on equipment.
• Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailer.
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
• Maintain accurate daily logs.
• Comply with hazardous material regulations and procedures.
• Follow dispatch instructions and communicate with dispatch (e.g. delays, arrivals, equipment problems), as required.
• May be required to perform chaining of vehicle tires.
• May be required to perform job duties of a city driver or a dock employee where operationally necessary.
• Load and unload freight as required.
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

CDL with endorsements

1 year experience or Driver Dev Course

MVR acceptable

DOT regulatory knowledge

LCV qualification (state-specific)

Basic communication

Job description

FedEx Freight is seeking a professional driver to pick up and deliver trailers between service centers using tractor-trailer combinations. The role emphasizes safety inspections, proper documentation, and efficient dispatch communication.

Applicants must hold a Class A CDL with hazmat/tank endorsements, have a suitable MVR, and meet DOT requirements. Compensation includes mileage and hourly pay, with potential overnight travel and varied schedules; qualifying benefits are available.