CDL Driver Apprentice: Tractor-Trailer Training & Benefits

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

AD&D insurance

STD & LTD insurance

Employee assistance program

Personal/sick paid time off

401(k) retirement savings plan

Bonus potential

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

2 weeks paid parental leave

Paid bereavement

Employee discounts

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. in Kent, WA seeks a CDL driver to operate tractor-trailer combinations and perform dock duties. Responsibilities include pre/post-trip inspections, freight handling, and maintaining DOT compliance.

The role may involve non-driving tasks and coordination with Dispatch. Competitive pay starts at $26.84/hour with progression to $31.97/hour, plus benefits. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Class A CDL or CLP prior to entering job classification.
• Must possess acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) based on hiring standards.
• Must meet all DOT regulatory requirements under 49 CFR 391.
• 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.
• Handle freight using motorized and manual equipment (forklift, pallet jack, hand truck).
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, and rope.
• Recoup/repair damaged freight as needed.
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.

Skills

Basic math

Written and verbal communication

Independence/Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Education

CDL Class A or CLP

MVR acceptable per standards

DOT regulatory knowledge

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc. in Kent, WA seeks a CDL driver to operate tractor-trailer combinations and perform dock duties. Responsibilities include pre/post-trip inspections, freight handling, and maintaining DOT compliance.

The role may involve non-driving tasks and coordination with Dispatch. Competitive pay starts at $26.84/hour with progression to $31.97/hour, plus benefits. Equal opportunity employer.