CDL Driver Apprentice: Learn Tractor-Trailer Ops & Dock

FedEx Freight; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision & Dental insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Bonus potential

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

FedEx Freight in Rockford, IL is seeking drivers in training to operate tractor-trailer combos and perform dock duties. The role emphasizes safety inspections, securing freight, and coordinating with Dispatch to meet delivery needs.

The starting pay is $27.26 per hour, with pay range $27.26–$32.47 per hour as you advance. Roles include day and night shifts, with comprehensive safety and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Must possess a class A CDL or CLP prior to entering job classification.
• Must have an acceptable MVR per hiring standards.
• Must meet DOT regulatory requirements under FMC regulations.
• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.

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 equipment such as forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck.
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, and rope.
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
• Communicate with Dispatch regarding delays or equipment issues.
• Provide internal and external customer service.

Skills

Basic math and counting

Written and verbal communication

Safety-focused mindset

Independence and teamwork

Education

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or CLP

Job description

FedEx Freight in Rockford, IL is seeking drivers in training to operate tractor-trailer combos and perform dock duties. The role emphasizes safety inspections, securing freight, and coordinating with Dispatch to meet delivery needs.

The starting pay is $27.26 per hour, with pay range $27.26–$32.47 per hour as you advance. Roles include day and night shifts, with comprehensive safety and compliance requirements.