Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $31.26
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
Employee Discounts
Job Description
FedEx Freight is a leading freight transportation company specializing in less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping services. As a subsidiary of FedEx Corp, FedEx Freight upholds the company’s commitment to superior service, reliability, and innovation in freight management. Known for its extensive service network across the United States and Canada, FedEx Freight provides customers with flexible and dependable freight solutions tailored to meet varying business needs. The company continually invests in technology, training, and infrastructure to ensure efficient shipping processes while maintaining high safety and quality standards. FedEx Freight prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion within... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must possess a class A Commercial Driver’s License with double/triple, hazardous materials and tank endorsements
- automatic transmission CDL restriction allowed
- one year experience within most recent three years or successful completion of FedEx Freight Driver Development Course
- acceptable Motor Vehicle Record based on hiring standards
- meet all Department of Transportation regulatory requirements under section 391 of the Federal Motor Carrier regulations
- ability to count and perform basic math
- basic written and verbal communication skills
- ability to lift/carry hand freight weighing up to 100 pounds several times a week
- ability to sit for extended periods of time, 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 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
- ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator
- basic written and verbal communication skills
- ability to lift/carry hand freight weighing up to 100 pounds several times a week
- ability to sit for extended periods of time, 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
- long combination vehicles (LCV) operators must meet LCV qualification and certification minimum standards
Job Duties
- Operate tractor-trailer combination, including doubles and triples, 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 such as 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 and maintain required documentation
- follow dispatch instructions and communicate with dispatch as required, 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 dock employee where operationally necessary
- comply with all applicable laws/regulations and company policies/procedures
- perform other duties as required
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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