City Driver

Federal Express Corporation; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in freight and package transportation is seeking a City Driver. This role involves picking up and delivering freight, operating various vehicles, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a Class A CDL and strong customer service skills. Join a team that values safety and efficiency while providing competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must possess a CDL with endorsements.
• One year of experience or completion of FedEx Driver Development Course.
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) required.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and deliver freight between Service Centers and customers.
• Operate tractor-trailer combination and perform safety inspections.
• Communicate with customers and follow dispatch instructions.

Skills

Communication

Basic Math

Customer Service

Education

Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Job description

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Description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Pick up and deliver freight between Service Centers and customers and support the selling process.

Essential Functions

1. Operate tractor-trailer combination, including doubles (and triples, where applicable) and/or straight trucks
2. Perform daily pre-trip and safety inspections on equipment
3. Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailer
4. Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck
5. Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, including but not limited to: pallets, straps and rope
6. Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary
7. Verify and complete required documentation and reports
8. Comply with hazardous material regulations and procedures
9. Collect cash or checks for freight charges, as required, and maintain required documentation
10. Follow dispatch instructions and communicate with dispatch as required, including but not limited to: delays, arrivals and equipment problems
11. Communicate with customers to determine pick-up or delivery needs and solicit additional business
12. Demonstrate internal and external customer service
13. Ask for additional business from customers, and provide leads to sales for potential new opportunities
14. May be required to perform chaining of vehicle tires
15. May be required to perform job duties of a road driver or a dock employee where operationally necessary
16. Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures

Qualifications

• 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 one (1) year experience within most recent three (3) years or successful completion of FedEx Freight Driver Development Course
• Must possess 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 certain states. LCV Drivers in these states must meet the LCV Qualification and Certification Minimum Standards
• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator
• Basic written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lift/carry hand freight weighing up to 100 pounds several times a week.
• Ability to sit for extended periods, bend, twist, squat, climb in and out of truck
• Ability to follow instructions and complete required training
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team

Working Conditions

• Drive on all types of roads and in all weather conditions
• Exposure to noise, vibration, dust, diesel fumes, and hazardous materials
• Hours may vary due to operational needs
• The Hazardous Materials endorsement must be obtained within 120 days of offer acceptance

Preferred Qualifications

Pay Transparency: The listed compensation reflects the expected pay range for this position. Actual pay depends on experience, performance, and other factors.

Pay: Hourly range: $30.35 - $35.13; linehaul duties may include mileage pay and fixed pay components.

Starting Rate of Pay: $30.35/hour

FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Freight and Package Transportation