Tractor Trailer Driver - RTD-1

FedEx Group; Knopp (KY); On-site; USD 30,686 - 43,704; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

FedEx Group is seeking a qualified individual for the RTD for SDFR Operations role in Knopp, Kentucky. The position involves driving a tractor-trailer vehicle to designated locations and operating mechanized loading/unloading equipment while ensuring safety regulations are met.

The candidate must hold a valid Class A commercial driver's license and be at least 21 years old. Starting pay is $27.10 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits. A medical exam and regulatory drug testing are required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to read and speak English sufficiently to understand traffic signs and communicate with traffic safety officials.
• Must obtain & maintain valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) & hazardous materials endorsement (HME).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Ability to drive manual transmission

Ability to operate mechanized loading/GSE

Customer contact & package handling experience

Good human relations & verbal communication skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

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

RTD for SDFR Operations

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 & have good driving record as outlined in policy. Neat appearance since customer contact is required.

Pay Transparency

Starting pay: $27.10/Hr. Plus benefits...

Additional Details

Fulltime - Variable shifts. Sunday - Saturday operation. *Must hold a valid Class A commercial driver's license to be eligible.** NO MANUAL RESTRICTIONS ALLOWED.

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].

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

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