Tractor Trailer Driver Apprentice – RTD

Federal Express Corporation; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation is hiring for a full-time position requiring a high school diploma or GED and a valid CDL with hazmat within 90 days. The job involves driving tractor-trailer units, operating mechanized loading equipment, and performing related duties while maintaining safety and customer service standards.

Applicants should be at least 21 years old, able to read and respond to directions in English, and prepared for drug testing and FMCSA safety requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CDL and hazardous materials endorsement must be obtained within 90 days of assignment.

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor-trailer to designated locations.
• Operate mechanized loading/GSE.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manual transmission

GSE operation

Lifting 50 lbs

Customer service

Verbal communication

Neat appearance

Age 21+

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Duties

Drives tractor-trailer vehicle to designated locations and operate mechanized loading/unloading equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Experience

Six (6) months FedEx Express experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Ability to drive manual transmission preferred. Ability to operate mechanized loading/GSE. Ability to lift 50 lbs. Ability to maneuver packages of any weight above 50 Lbs with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person. Customer contact & package handling experience preferred. Good human relations & verbal communication skills. Neat appearance since customer contact is involved. Must be at least 21 years of age. Ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to understand traffic signs, communicate with traffic safety officials and to respond to official inquiries and directions in accordance with FMCSA enforcement guidance.

Job Conditions

FMCSA covered safety sensitive position. Medical exam required. Subject to regulatory alcohol & drug testing, which includes testing for marijuana, pcp, amphetamines, cocaine & opioids.

Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner. Must obtain & maintain valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) & a hazardous materials endorsement (HME) for type of vehicle assigned within 90 days & have good driving record as outlined in policy. Neat appearance since customer contact is required.

Pay Transparency

Pay: $24.25 - $35.54

Additional Details: Shift: FT Variable shifts. In addition to the $24.25 base wage, this location pays an extra $4 per hour a premium.

Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Applicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws

• Know Your Rights
• Pay Transparency
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

E-Verify Program Participant

Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only).

• E-Verify Notice (bilingual)
• Right to Work Notice (English) / (Spanish)