Driver Apprentice: CDL Training for Tractor-Trailer Ops

FedEx Freight; Snow Shoe (Centre County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight in the United States seeks a driver to operate tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles and straight trucks, and to perform non-driving duties such as forklift work and dock tasks. You will complete safety inspections and maintain logs, while communicating with Dispatch to manage delays, arrivals and equipment issues.

Starting pay is $25.64 per hour. The role requires a Class A CDL or CLP, adherence to DOT regulations, and the ability to lift heavy loads, work independently

Qualifications

• Must possess a class A CDL or commercial learning permit (CLP) prior to entering job classification.
• Must possess acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) based on hiring standards.
• Must meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulatory requirements under FMC regulations.
• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to hook up and break down sets of trailers that require an average lift force of approximately 100 pounds, several times a day.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time, bend, twist, squat, climb in and out of truck.
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailer combination, including doubles and/or straight trucks.
• Perform pre-trip, post-trip, and inter-trip safety inspections on equipment.
• Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailer.
• Maintain accurate daily logs.
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
• Communicate with and follow Dispatch instructions regarding events including delays, arrivals, equipment problems, etc.
• Comply with hazardous material regulations and company procedures, and confirm placarding matches hazmat shipments, as required
• Demonstrate internal and external customer service.
• Where operationally necessary, perform job duties of a city driver or freight handler.
• Where operationally necessary, perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck.
• Chain vehicle tires, as required.
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

CDL Class A

MVR compliance

DOT regulations

Basic math

Communication skills

Physical strength

Job description

FedEx Freight in the United States seeks a driver to operate tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles and straight trucks, and to perform non-driving duties such as forklift work and dock tasks. You will complete safety inspections and maintain logs, while communicating with Dispatch to manage delays, arrivals and equipment issues.

Starting pay is $25.64 per hour. The role requires a Class A CDL or CLP, adherence to DOT regulations, and the ability to lift heavy loads, work independently