Driver Apprentice-Road

FedEx Freight; Ebensburg (Cambria County); On-site; USD 29,140 - 41,502; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a driver to operate tractor-trailer combinations between hubs and service centers. Training will cover long-haul routes with overnight stays as needed.

The role requires a Class A CDL or CLP, compliant MVR and DOT qualifications, and strong safety and paperwork discipline. Excellent customer service and ability to work independently or in a team are essential.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Class A CDL or CLP before entering the role.
• Must have acceptable MVR per company standards.
• Must meet DOT 391 regulatory requirements.
• Ability to count and perform basic math.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to sit for extended periods and climb in/out of truck.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailer, including doubles/straight trucks.
• Perform pre/post/inter-trip safety inspections.
• Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies.
• Maintain accurate daily logs.
• Verify and complete required documentation.
• Communicate with Dispatch on delays and issues.
• Comply with hazmat regulations and placarding.
• Provide internal and external customer service.
• Possibly perform city driver or freight handler duties when needed.
• Operate forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck as required.
• Chain vehicle tires as required.
• Follow laws and company policies.

Skills

CDL experience

Safety awareness

Basic math

Communication skills

Job description

Starting Rate of Pay: $25.64/hour

Position Overview

Through education and driving skills development, become proficient in the operation of a tractor trailer combination, picking up and delivering trailers between service centers and/or turn‑point locations. Responsibilities may include non‑driving duties such as forklift operation and working the dock.

Essential Functions

• 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, but not limited to, delays, arrivals, equipment problems, etc., as required
• 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, but not limited to, 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

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 sit for extended periods of time, 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 long distances 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

Overnight stays may be required for some schedules

Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. If you have a disability and you need assistance in order to apply for a position with FedEx Freight, please e‑mail at [e-mail]. FedEx Freight will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.