Courier/Swing Drvr/DOT

FedEx Group; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Group in Newark, New Jersey, seeks a courier to operate company vehicles for delivery and pickup, ensuring shipments meet service standards and covering routes within the station area. You will also provide courteous customer service and flexibility for other duties.

The role requires a neat appearance, a valid license, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. A high school diploma or GED is required, with about six months of courier experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Neat appearance due to customer contact.
• Must meet FMCSA safety regulations and have a valid driver's license.
• Able to read and understand English well enough for traffic signs and directions.
• Six months courier experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates company vehicles and provides delivery and pickup of packages.
• Checks shipments for conformance to FedEx service features.
• Provides coverage for all assigned routes within the station's service area.
• Performs related customer service duties as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Area knowledge

Adaptability

Dependability

Reading English

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Operates company vehicles and provide courteous and efficient delivery and pick up of packages; to check shipments for conformance to FedEx features of service; Provides coverage for all assigned routes within the station's service area; Provides related customer service functions. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education

High school diploma/GED.

Minimum Experience

Six (6) months courier experience preferred. Must be able to demonstrate area knowledge.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to lift 50 lbs. Ability to maneuver packages of any weight above 50 lbs with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person. Good human relations and verbal communication skills. Thorough knowledge of the station's service area preferred. Demonstrated skills in adaptability, dependability, and excellent courier methods. Must be at least 21 years of age. Ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to understand traffic signs, communicate with traffic safety officials and to respond to official inquiries and directions in accordance with FMCSA enforcement guidance.

Job Conditions

Neat appearance since customer contact is required. Must meet and maintain the qualifications as outlined in the federal motor carrier safety regulations. Requires medical exam in accordance with FMCSA or FAA regulations. Note: there are specific requirements for any employee that operates a company vehicle. Please refer to policy 4-48 for exact job requirements. Must obtain and maintain a valid driver's license in accordance with your state requirements for type of vehicle assigned and have good driving record as outlined in policy. Non-covered safety-sensitive position. Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Preferred Qualifications:

Pay Transparency:

Pay: $25.65 - 38.93 per hour

Additional Details: Full-time

Pay Transparency:

The compensation listed reflects the pay range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position at the posted location or locations. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the pay information represents the ranges for each level in that job family. Actual pay is determined by several job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to the position, including, but not limited to, experience relative to the job, tenure, market level, pay at the location for this job, performance, schedule, and work assignment. In California, the compensation listed reflects the range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position upon hire. In New Jersey, any compensable Security and Walk time will be paid to non-exempt/hourly employees at the state minimum wage.

Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

• Know Your Rights
• Pay Transparency
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only).

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• Right to Work Notice (English / Spanish)