CDL Class B Driver Apprentice: Freight & Dock Skills

FedEx Freight; West Village (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; 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 holidays

Job summary

FedEx Freight is hiring for a straight-truck operator to pick up and deliver freight between service centers and customer locations. You will also perform dock duties, forklift operation, and related non-driving tasks.

Responsibilities include safety inspections, securing freight, completing documentation, communicating with dispatch, and assisting sales with new business opportunities. This role requires a Class B CDL and the ability to lift up to 100 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must possess Class B CDL or CLP prior to entering job classification.
• MVR must meet hiring standards.
• DOT regulatory requirements under FMC regulations.
• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
• Ability to read and understand route schedules.
• Ability to lift/carry items weighing up to 100 pounds, several times a week.
• Ability to sit for extended periods, bend, twist, squat, climb in/out of truck.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete required training.
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate straight trucks for freight pickup and delivery.
• Perform pre-trip, post-trip, and inter-trip safety inspections on equipment.
• Handle freight using forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck.
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, and rope.
• Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary.
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
• Collect checks for freight charges and maintain related documentation.
• Comply with hazmat regulations and placarding as required.
• Communicate with Dispatch regarding delays, arrivals, or equipment issues.
• Demonstrate internal and external customer service.
• Communicate with customers to determine pickup or delivery needs.
• Ask customers for additional business and provide leads to sales.
• Chain vehicle tires as required.
• Comply with laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

CDL Class B

MVR acceptable

DOT regs knowledge

Math/numeracy

Route schedules

Lifting 100 lbs

Physical stamina

Independent/team work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FedEx Freight is hiring for a straight-truck operator to pick up and deliver freight between service centers and customer locations. You will also perform dock duties, forklift operation, and related non-driving tasks.

Responsibilities include safety inspections, securing freight, completing documentation, communicating with dispatch, and assisting sales with new business opportunities. This role requires a Class B CDL and the ability to lift up to 100 pounds.