Driver Apprentice-City

FedEx Freight; Clarkston (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Driver Apprentice to develop driving skills and operate tractor-trailer combinations. Responsibilities include freight handling, safety inspections, and customer service. Ideal candidates will possess a CDL and meet DOT requirements. Join a dynamic team with opportunities for growth and competitive pay.

Benefits

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Paid bereavement

Employee discounts

Vacation hours based on service time

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Must possess a class A CDL or CLP prior to job classification.
• Must meet all DOT regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailer combination, including doubles and/or straight trucks.
• Perform pre-trip, post-trip, and inter-trip safety inspections.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools.

Skills

Basic written and verbal communication skills

Ability to count and perform basic math

Ability to work independently and/or as a team member

Education

Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Commercial learning permit (CLP)

Job description

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Position Overview

Through education and driving skills development, become proficient in the operation of a tractor trailer combination. Responsibilities include non-driving duties such as forklift operation and working the dock.

Essential Functions

1. Operate tractor-trailer combination, including doubles and/or straight trucks
2. Perform pre-trip, post-trip, and inter-trip 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 rope
6. Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary
7. Verify and complete required documentation and reports
8. Collect checks for freight charges and maintain related documentation, as required
9. Comply with hazardous material regulations and company procedures, and confirm placarding matches hazmat shipments, as required
10. Communicate with and follow Dispatch instructions regarding events including, but not limited to, delays, arrivals, equipment problems, etc., as required
11. Demonstrate internal and external customer service
12. Communicate with customers to determine pick-up or delivery needs
13. Ask customers for additional business, and provide leads to sales for potential new opportunities
14. Where operationally necessary, perform job duties of a road driver or freight handler
15. Chain vehicle tires, as required
16. Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
17. Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• Must possess a class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or a 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 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 hook up and break down sets of trailers that require an average lift force of approximately 100 pounds, several times a day
• 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 day and night on all types of roads 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

Preferred Qualifications

Pay Transparency: The compensation listed reflects the pay range/rate of pay reasonably expected for this position. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, pay information represents the min/max range for all levels. Actual pay is determined by job-related factors permitted by law, such as relevant experience, tenure, market level, pay at the location, performance, schedule, and work assignment. Eligible employees offered health, vision, and dental insurance, employee assistance program, personal/sick paid time, 401(k) retirement savings plan, bonus potential, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, 2 weeks paid parental leave, paid bereavement, employee discounts. 6.67–13.34 hours vacation per month based on service time, 8 paid holidays.

Pay: Pay Range: $24.89 - $29.66 per hour

Additional Details: Starting Rate of Pay: $24.89 / hour

FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.