Driver Apprentice: CDL Path with Paid Training & Benefits

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Clarkston (WA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

AD&D

STD & LTD

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Paid parental leave

Paid bereavement

Employee discounts

Vacation time and holidays

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc is seeking an individual to operate tractor-trailers (including doubles) and perform non-driving duties such as forklift operation and dock work. Starting rate of pay is $25.64 per hour.

Responsibilities include pre-trip/post-trip inspections, hooking trailers, freight handling, securing loads, and completing reports. A valid Class A CDL or CLP is required, along with MVR and DOT regulatory compliance; lifting up to 100 pounds is expected.

Qualifications

• Must possess a class A CDL or CLP prior to entering job classification.
• Must possess acceptable MVR based on hiring standards.
• Must meet all DOT regulatory requirements under 391 FMC regulations.
• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 100 pounds several times a day.
• Ability to sit for extended periods and follow instructions.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailer, including doubles and straight trucks.
• Perform pre-trip, post-trip, and inter-trip inspections on equipment.
• Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor/trailer.
• Freight handling using forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck.
• Secure freight inside trailers with pallets, straps, and rope.
• Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary.
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
• Communicate with Dispatch regarding delays, arrivals, or problems.
• Coordinate with customers to determine pick-up or delivery needs.
• Where necessary, perform duties of road driver or freight handler.

Skills

CDL license

MVR check

DOT knowledge

Basic math

Communication

Teamwork

Physical strength

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc is seeking an individual to operate tractor-trailers (including doubles) and perform non-driving duties such as forklift operation and dock work. Starting rate of pay is $25.64 per hour.

Responsibilities include pre-trip/post-trip inspections, hooking trailers, freight handling, securing loads, and completing reports. A valid Class A CDL or CLP is required, along with MVR and DOT regulatory compliance; lifting up to 100 pounds is expected.