Driver Apprentice-Road

FedEx Freight; Peosta (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight in Peosta, IA is seeking a skilled tractor-trailer driver to transport trailers between service centers and turn-points. Responsibilities include safe operation, inspections, logging, and documentation; occasional dock duties and forklift work are included.

Applicants must hold a CDL class A (or CLP) and meet DOT/FMCSA 391 requirements; strong math, communication, and independent work skills are essential. This is a full-time role with variable hours and overnight stays possible.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Class A CDL or Commercial Learner Permit (CLP).
• Must meet DOT regulatory requirements under FMCSA 391.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailer including doubles/straight trucks.
• Perform pre-/post-/inter-trip safety inspections.
• Maintain accurate daily logs and required reports.
• Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from tractor/trailer.
• Follow dispatch instructions and report delays or issues.
• Comply with hazmat rules and DOT regulations.
• Assist with dock duties and forklift operation when needed.

Skills

Safety awareness

Basic math ability

Team player

Strong communication

Education

CDL Class A or CLP

DOT regulations (391)

Job description

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 centres 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 motorised and manual equipment, including, but not limited to, forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck
• Chain vehicle tyres, as required
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Perform other duties as required

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.

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 Transport (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

EST FedEx Freight, IncFedEx 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.