What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tractor Trailer Driver Apprentice – RTD position at FedEx?
Job Duties
Drives tractor-trailer vehicle to designated locations and operate 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.
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.
Additional Job information
CDLA Learner's permit for general knowledge, airbrakes and combination required prior to submitting the RTD supplemental.
New RTD’s go into our spare pool after getting their license. They do not have a set schedule. They may be required to work 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift. After six months new RTD’s are eligible to bid on open shifts.
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Additional Details: POSTED WITH WAIVER/ NO TIME COMMITMENT NEEDED | Shift: Open Availability | Mgr:Heather Schrock
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 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 recruitmentsupport@fedex.com.
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- Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law
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