City Driver

FedEx Freight; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Class A CDL driver to pick up and deliver freight between service centers and customers. Starting pay is $31.26 per hour, with full-time opportunities within a global logistics leader.

You will perform pre-trip inspections, secure freight, handle equipment, and maintain accurate documentation while delivering exceptional customer service. The role requires DOT compliance, HazMat readiness, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class A CDL with double/triple, hazmat and tanker endorsements.
• Minimum 1 year of driving experience within the last 3 years or completion of FedEx Freight Driver Development Course.
• Must have an acceptable MVR and meet DOT regulatory requirements under 391.
• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift/carry freight weighing up to 100 pounds several times a week.
• Ability to sit, bend, twist, squat, and climb in/out of a truck.
• Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles/triples where applicable.
• Perform daily pre-trip and safety inspections.
• Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies.
• Handle freight using motorized and manual equipment.
• Secure freight inside trailers with pallets, straps and rope.
• Recoup/repair damaged freight as needed.
• Complete required documentation and reports.
• Comply with hazardous material regulations and DOT procedures.
• Communicate with dispatch and customers regarding pickups, deliveries, and delays.
• Provide leads to sales for potential new opportunities.
• May chain vehicle tires or perform road/dock duties as needed.

Skills

CDL Class A

HazMat Endorsement

Double/Triple Endorsements

MVR Check

DOT Regulations Knowledge

Basic Math

Communication

Lifting 100 lbs

Teamwork

Job description

Position Overview

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

Starting Rate of Pay: $ 31.26 per hour

Essential Functions

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

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 the states of AZ, CO, FL, ID, IN, KS, MT, ND, NV, OH, OK, OR, SD and UT. LCV Drivers in these states must meet the Long Combination Vehicles (LCV) Qualification and Certification Minimum Standards
• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator
• Basic written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.)
• Ability to lift/carry hand freight weighing up to 100 pounds several times a week.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time, 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 member

Working Conditions

• Drive throughout shift on all types of roads and in all types of weather
• Exposure to noise and vibration
• Exposure to dust and diesel fumes
• Exposure to hazardous materials shipped and packaged under DOT regulations
• Hours may vary due to operational need
• *The Hazardous Materials endorsement must be obtained within 120 days of offer acceptance. An employee will not be allowed to drive a commercial motor vehicle without this endorsement.

EST FedEx Freight, Inc

FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. If you have a disability and you need assistance in order to apply for a position with FedEx Freight, please e-mail at [e-mail]. FedEx Freight will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.