Tractor Trailer Driver/RTD - Apprentice

FedEx; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental insurance

Job summary

FedEx Logistics is seeking a part-time tractor-trailer driver in West Columbia, SC. The role requires operating a manual transmission, mechanized loading equipment, and handling packages with attention to safety. Candidates should be at least 21, have a High School Diploma or GED, and be prepared for FMCSA-required screenings. Training for CDL may be required within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Six months FedEx Express experience preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to pass medical and drug screening as part of FMCSA requirements.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Manual transmission driving

Mechanized loading equipment

Package handling

Communication skills

English language

Age 21+

Neat appearance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

GSE

Job description

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

Tuesday- Saturday

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

Applicants do no need a CDL ( Does Help ) Applicant will be Trained. Must pass all required training.

Pay Transparency

This compensation range is provided as a reasonable estimate of the current starting salary range for this role across all potential locations. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the salary. Information represents the job level minimum and the job level maximum. Actual starting pay would be determined by experience related to the job, market level, pay at the location for this job and other job-related factors permitted by law. An employee may be eligible for additional pay, premiums, or bonus potential. The Company offers eligible employees health, vision and dental insurance, retirement, and tuition reimbursement.

Pay

$27.10 - $33.84

Additional Details

***WAIVER - NO TIME COMMITMENT*** Part time AM-Tuesday-Saturday - Schedule TBD

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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