Tractor Trailer Driver/RTD - Apprentice

FedEx Group; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Minnesota is seeking a driver to operate tractor-trailer units and mechanized loading equipment, delivering to designated locations and performing related duties.

Requirements include High School Diploma/GED, at least 21, ability to read/speak English, and willingness to obtain CDL with HME within 90 days; six months FedEx Express experience preferred; ability to lift 50 lbs and work a 5am–1:30pm schedule; pay ranges from $24.25 to $35.54 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Six months FedEx Express experience preferred.
• Ability to drive manual transmission preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and handle packages with equipment or assistance.
• Good communication and neat appearance due to customer contact.
• Must be 21 or older and able to read/speak English.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Manual transmission

Loading equipment

Lifting 50 lbs

Customer contact

English language

21+ years old

Neat appearance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Mechanized loading equipment

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Pay Transparency:

Pay: $24.25 - $35.54 / hr

Additional Details: Schedule: Mon - Fri 5am - 1:30pm

Pay Transparency

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.

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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

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