Road Driver

FedEx Freight; North East (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Paid parental leave

Paid bereavement

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking CDL professionals to pick up and deliver trailers between service centers and turn‑points using tractor‑trailer combinations. The job emphasizes safety, accurate documentation, and adherence to DOT regulations.

Candidates must hold a Class A CDL with hazmat and tank endorsements, with at least one year of relevant experience or completion of the FedEx Freight Driver Development Course. A clean MVR is required.

Qualifications

• Must possess a class A CDL with double/triple, hazmat and tank endorsements.
• One year experience within the most recent 3 years or successful completion of FedEx Freight Driver Development Course.
• Must have acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Must meet all DOT regulatory requirements under 391 FMC regulations.
• Long combination vehicles (LCV) qualifications apply in AZ, CO, FL, ID, IN, KS, MT, ND, NV, OH, OK, OR, SD and UT.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor‑trailer, including doubles (and triples where applicable).
• Perform daily pre‑trip and safety inspections on equipment.
• Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailer.
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
• Maintain accurate daily logs.
• Comply with hazardous material regulations and procedures.
• Follow dispatch instructions and communicate delays or problems to dispatch.
• Load and unload freight as required.
• Comply with all applicable laws and company policies.

Skills

Clear communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Basic math

Ability to lift 100 pounds

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Pick up and deliver trailers between Service Centers and/or turn-point locations with tractor-trailer combinations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operate tractor‑trailer combination, including doubles (and triples where applicable).
• Perform daily pre‑trip and safety inspections on equipment.
• Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailer.
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
• Maintain accurate daily logs.
• Comply with hazardous material regulations and procedures.
• Follow dispatch instructions and communicate with dispatch (e.g., delays, arrivals, equipment problems).
• May be required to perform chaining of vehicle tires.
• May be required to perform job duties of a city driver or a dock employee where operationally necessary.
• Load and unload freight as required.
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations and 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. Automatic transmission CDL restriction allowed.
• Must possess 1 year experience within the most recent 3 years, or successful completion of FedEx Freight Driver Development Course.
• Must have 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.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.).
• Ability to hook‑up and break‑down sets of trailers that require an average lift force of about 100 pounds, several times a day or more.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time, bend, twist, squat, and climb in and out of truck.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete required training.
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member.
• Demonstrates initiative and motivation.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Drive long distances day and night 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.
• Overnight stays may be required for some schedules.
• The Hazardous Materials endorsement must be obtained within 120 days of offer acceptance. An employee will not be allowed to drive a commercial motor vehicle without this endorsement.

PAY AND BENEFITS

Pay: Mileage Pay Range $0.7342–0.8498 per mile for linehaul duties; Hourly Pay Range $31.93–$36.97 per hour.

Eligible employees will receive health, vision, and dental insurance; personal/sick paid time; a 401(k) retirement savings plan; bonus potential; tuition reimbursement; adoption assistance; paid parental leave; paid bereavement; vacation (full‑time only); and paid holidays (full‑time only).

EEO STATEMENT

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