Tractor Trailer Driver/RTD - Apprentice

Federal Express Corporation; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 66,166,000 - 96,965,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Portland, ME is seeking a professional driver to operate tractor-trailer units and mechanized loading equipment, delivering to designated locations with attention to safety and customer service.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, be 21+, and obtain a CDL with HazMat endorsement within 90 days. The posted pay range is shown, and this is a safety-sensitive position with required medical exams and drug testing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Six (6) months FedEx Express experience preferred.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language sufficiently to understand traffic signs and interact with officials.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailer to designated locations.
• Operate mechanized loading/unloading equipment (GSE).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manual transmission

GSE operation

Lifting 50 lbs

Package handling

Customer service

Verbal communication

Professional appearance

21+ years old

English reading/writing

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.

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: $23.09 - $33.84

F/T Shift TBD

Additional Details

The compensation listed reflects the pay range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position at the posted location or locations. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the pay information represents the ranges for each level in that job family. Actual pay is determined by several job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to the position, including, but not limited to, experience relative to the job, tenure, market level, pay at the location for this job, performance, schedule, and work assignment. In California, the compensation listed reflects the range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position upon hire. In New Jersey, any compensable Security and Walk time will be paid to non-exempt/hourly employees at the state minimum wage.

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)