Tractor Trailer Driver/RTD - Apprentice

Federal Express Corporation; Williston (VT); On-site; USD 35,817 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Williston, VT seeks a driver to operate tractor-trailer units, perform loading and unloading with mechanized equipment, and deliver to designated locations.

Requires High School Diploma or GED, 21+ years old, ability to read and speak English, and will require CDL with hazardous materials endorsement within 90 days; starting pay is $26.35 per hour; shifts Mon-Fri 1:00 PM–10:00 PM.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Six months FedEx Express experience preferred.
• Must obtain CDL and hazmat endorsement within 90 days.
• Must be 21+ and able to read and speak English for safety.

Responsibilities

• Drives tractor-trailer to designated locations.
• Operates mechanized loading/unloading equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains neat appearance due to customer contact.

Skills

Manual transmission

Mechanized loading/GSE

Lifting 50 lbs

Package handling

Customer contact

Verbal communication

Neat appearance

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Duties

Drives tractor-trailer vehicle to designated locations and operates 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 English sufficiently to understand traffic signs, communicate with traffic safety officials, and 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 a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) & a hazardous materials endorsement (HME) for the assigned vehicle within 90 days.
• Must have a good driving record as outlined in policy.
• Neat appearance required.

Preferred Qualifications

Starting Pay $26.35

Working Hours

Monday – Friday 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Equal Opportunity Employment

Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

Reasonable Accommodations

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].

Rights Under Federal Employment Laws

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

E-Verify Program

• E-Verify Notice (bilingual)
• Right to Work Notice (English) / (Spanish)