Driver Development Instructor

FedEx Freight; Richland (MS); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight in Richland, MS seeks a Driver Development Coordinator to train and advance pre-qualified employees toward CDL qualification. You will oversee classroom instruction, road training, and ensure compliance with DOT and company policies.

Responsibilities include coordinating training schedules, conducting road tests, and partnering with operations to grow the driving team; strong communication and CDL with hazmat/tank endorsements are required.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A with hazmat and tank endorsements.
• Two years CMV experience in the last three years.
• MVR must meet hiring standards.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safety expectations.
• Able to perform basic math and keep accurate records.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop pre-qualified employees into CDL drivers and advance their qualifications.
• Lead city driving sessions and assist operations leadership with training.
• Conduct road tests and apply Smith System safe driving guidelines.
• Coordinate class schedules, book training locations, and monitor progress.
• Ensure compliance with DOT and FedEx Freight policies and procedures.

Skills

CDL Class A

Hazmat endorsement

Tank endorsement

CMV experience

MVR standards

DOT regulations

Math skills

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Starting Rate of Pay: $31.81/ hour

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Effectively develop pre-qualified employees into CDL qualified drivers as well as increase morale and opportunity for advancement for employees. Perform city driving responsibilities and assist operations leadership with special assignments when not instructing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operate tractor-trailer combination, including doubles (and triples, where applicable) and/or straight trucks
• Perform daily pre-trip and safety inspections on equipment
• Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailer
• Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, including but not limited to: pallets, straps and rope
• Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports
• Comply with hazardous material regulations and procedures
• Collect cash or checks for freight charges, as required, and maintain required documentation
• Follow dispatch instructions and communicate with dispatch, including but not limited to: delays, arrivals and equipment problems, as required
• Communicate with customers to determine pick-up or delivery needs and solicits additional business
• Demonstrate internal and external customer service
• Ask for additional business from customers, and provide leads to sales for potential new opportunities
• Create and edit current curriculum to better educate participants
• Coordinate class schedules and locations, schedule skills course and drive times, secure equipment and supplies and measure success of participants
• Maintain good working relationship with service center managers and manager driver development
• Conduct pre-shift meetings, advertise for new participants and work with operations to encourage enrollment
• Assist in certifying new driver development coordinator instructors to ensure uniformity
• Conduct road tests, facilitate Smith System safe driving guidelines
• 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) with double/triple, hazardous materials, and tank endorsements
• Must possess two (2) years' verifiable experience within the previous three (3) years' operating a Class A (tractor/trailer) commercial motor vehicle (CMV)
• 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
• Long combination vehicles (LCV) (i.e. Triple Trailers, Rocky Mountain Doubles, and Turnpike Doubles) are operated in the states of AZ, CO, FL, ID, IN, KS, MT, ND, NV, OH, OK, OR, SD and UT. LCV Drivers in these states must meet the Long Combination Vehicles (LCV) Qualification and Certification Minimum Standards
• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator
• Basic written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lift/carry hand freight weighing up to 100 pounds several times a week.
• 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 throughout shift on all types of roads and 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

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