CDL Driver Apprentice: Tractor-Trailer & Dock Ops

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Collamer (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; 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, Inc in the United States is seeking a driver/operator role focused on tractor-trailer operation, safety inspections, and dock duties. Responsibilities include moving freight, securing loads, and coordinating with dispatch to handle delays or equipment issues.

The position requires a valid CDL, clean MVR, and the ability to lift up to 100 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks. This role may involve on-site work at multiple distribution points with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must possess a class A CDL or a commercial learning permit (CLP) prior to entering job classification.
• Must possess acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) based on hiring standards.
• Must meet DOT regulatory requirements under section 391 of the FMC regulations.
• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds, several times a day.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time, bend, twist, squat, climb in and out of truck.
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member.

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 motorized and manual 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.
• Comply with hazardous material regulations and align placards with hazmat shipments.
• Communicate with Dispatch regarding delays, arrivals, equipment issues, etc.
• Demonstrate internal and external customer service.
• Communicate with customers to determine pick-up or delivery needs.
• Ask customers for additional business and provide leads to sales.

Skills

CDL required

MVR acceptable

DOT regs knowledge

Basic math

Written and verbal comms

Lifting up to 100 lbs

Independent / team work

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc in the United States is seeking a driver/operator role focused on tractor-trailer operation, safety inspections, and dock duties. Responsibilities include moving freight, securing loads, and coordinating with dispatch to handle delays or equipment issues.

The position requires a valid CDL, clean MVR, and the ability to lift up to 100 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks. This role may involve on-site work at multiple distribution points with comprehensive benefits.