Tractor Trailer Driver/RTD - Apprentice

FedEx Group; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Harrisburg, PA is seeking a full-time tractor-trailer driver. You will operate loading/unloading equipment and transport goods to designated locations.

The role requires a High School Diploma/GED, at least six months FedEx Express experience preferred, and the ability to obtain a CDL with hazardous materials endorsement within 90 days. Lifting up to 50 lbs and strong safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Six months FedEx Express experience preferred.
• Must obtain CDL and hazmat endorsement within 90 days.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and handle packages with equipment.
• Valid driving license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Drives tractor-trailer to designated locations and operates loading/unloading equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL

Hazardous materials endorsement

Manual transmission

Package handling

Verbal communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School 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.

Preferred Qualifications

None beyond those listed under Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

Pay Transparency

Pay: $24.25 - $35.54

Additional Details

Shift: FT Variable shifts by week. The wage is $24.25 and an additional $4 per hour paid as 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)