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10020: City Driver

Durham, NC, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $31.26
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Equal opportunity employer

Job Description

FedEx Freight, Inc. is a leading North American freight shipping company specializing in less-than-truckload (LTL) services. As a subsidiary of FedEx Corporation, one of the most recognized logistics and delivery brands worldwide, FedEx Freight provides reliable and efficient freight transportation solutions for businesses of all sizes. The company is known for its commitment to safety, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction, making it a preferred choice for freight delivery services. FedEx Freight operates a vast network of service centers and uses advanced technology to ensure timely delivery and real-time tracking of shipments, adhering to strict regulatory standards across the transportation industry.... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must possess a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with double/triple hazardous materials and tank endorsements
  • Must have one year of driving experience within the most recent three years or have successfully completed the FedEx Freight Driver Development Course
  • Must possess an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record based on hiring standards
  • Must comply with all Department of Transportation regulatory requirements under section 391 of the Federal Motor Carrier regulations
  • Must meet Long Combination Vehicles qualification and certification minimum standards if operating in designated states
  • Ability to perform basic math operations
  • Basic written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to lift or carry hand freight weighing up to 100 pounds multiple times per week
  • Ability to sit for long periods and perform physical activities such as bending twisting squatting and climbing
  • Ability to follow instructions and complete required training
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Job Qualifications

  • Must possess a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with double/triple hazardous materials and tank endorsements
  • Must possess one year experience within most recent three years or successful completion of FedEx Freight Driver Development Course
  • Must possess acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) based on hiring standards
  • Must meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulatory requirements under section 391 of the Federal Motor Carrier (FMC) regulations
  • Long combination vehicles (LCV) qualification and certification minimum standards for specified states
  • Ability to count and perform basic math with or without a calculator
  • Basic written and verbal communication skills including documentation and communication with peers and supervisors
  • Ability to lift/carry hand freight weighing up to 100 pounds several times a week
  • Ability to sit for extended periods bend twist squat climb in and out of truck
  • Ability to follow instructions and complete required training
  • Ability to work independently and/or as a team member

Job Duties

  • Operate tractor-trailer combination including doubles and triples where applicable and/or straight trucks
  • Perform daily pre-trip and safety inspections on equipment
  • Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailer
  • Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment including forklift pallet jack and hand truck
  • Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies including pallets straps and rope
  • Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary
  • Verify and complete required documentation and reports
  • Comply with hazardous material regulations and procedures
  • Collect cash or checks for freight charges as required and maintain required documentation
  • Follow dispatch instructions and communicate with dispatch including delays arrivals and equipment problems
  • Communicate with customers to determine pick-up or delivery needs and solicit additional business
  • Demonstrate internal and external customer service
  • Ask for additional business from customers and provide leads to sales for potential new opportunities
  • May be required to perform chaining of vehicle tires
  • May be required to perform job duties of a road driver or a dock employee where operationally necessary
  • Comply with all applicable laws/regulations as well as company policies/procedures
  • Perform other duties as required

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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