Tractor Trailer Driver/RTD - Apprentice-1

Federal Express Corporation; SeaTac (WA); On-site; USD 36,589 - 53,629; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in SeaTac is seeking a skilled driver for a tractor-trailer position, responsible for transporting goods and ensuring safe loading and unloading. Candidates must have a high school diploma and a valid commercial driver's license (CDL).

Preferred qualifications include experience with FedEx Express and strong customer service skills. Additional requirements include being at least 21 years old and having a good driving record.

Competitive pay ranges between $26.56 to $38.93 per hour, with comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months FedEx Express experience preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor-trailer vehicle to designated locations.
• Operate mechanized loading/unloading equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ability to drive manual transmission

Customer contact & package handling experience

Good human relations & verbal communication skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Commercial driver's license (CDL)

Job description

Job Responsibilities

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 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

• MUST BE 21 YEARS OR OLDER, MUST HAVE VALID DRIVERS LICENSE FOR PAST 3 CONSECUTIVE YEARS WITH GOOD DRIVING RECORD, WITHOUT ANY GAPS.
• MUST COMPLETE ALL DRIVING FORMS IN APPLICATION PROCESS TO BE CONSIDERED.

Pay

Pay Transparency: 26.56-38.93

Additional Details

PM FT- Schedule TBD

Benefits

For details on our comprehensive benefits, click here.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

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

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

EEO Statement

EOE, including disability/VETs