City Driver

Federal Express Corporation; West Babylon (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a City Driver to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll be responsible for picking up and delivering freight, ensuring safety inspections, and providing exceptional customer service. You'll operate a tractor-trailer combination and handle freight using various equipment. This position offers competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) options. If you're ready to take the next step in your driving career with a company that values safety and service, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Holidays

Qualifications

• Must possess a Class A CDL with necessary endorsements.
• One year of driving experience or completion of FedEx Driver Development Course.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and deliver freight between Service Centers and customers.
• Perform daily pre-trip and safety inspections on equipment.

Skills

Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Basic math skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Ability to lift/carry up to 100 pounds

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Hand truck

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 ropes.
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 the 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.
• 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 member.

Working Conditions

• Drive throughout shift on all types of roads and in all weather conditions.
• Exposure to noise, vibration, dust, diesel fumes, and hazardous materials shipped under DOT regulations.
• 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 pay range or rate of pay expected for this position at the specified location. Actual pay depends on experience, tenure, market, performance, and other factors. Benefits include health, vision, dental insurance, paid time off, 401(k), bonuses, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, and holidays.

Pay: Hourly range: $31.71 - $36.71; Linehaul duties: Mileage pay: $0.7302 - $0.8452 per mile, plus fixed pay for specific tasks.

Starting Rate of Pay: $31.71/hour.

FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For disability assistance, contact [e-mail].

Additional Details

Seniority level: Entry level.

Employment type: Full-time.

Job function: Management and Manufacturing.

Industries: Freight and Package Transportation.