Road Driver

EST FedEx Freight•Colorado Springs, CO

About The Position

Pick up and deliver trailers between Service Centers and/or turn-point locations using tractor-trailer combinations. The role may involve operating doubles and, where applicable, triples; loading and unloading freight; and performing duties of a city driver or dock employee when operationally necessary. The starting rate is $0.7377 per mile for linehaul duties and $32.20 per hour for non-linehaul duties. The position requires compliance with applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and procedures. Hours may vary due to operational needs, and some schedules may require overnight stays.

Requirements

Possess a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with double/triple, hazardous materials, and tank endorsements; an automatic-transmission CDL restriction is allowed.
Have one year of experience within the most recent three years, or successfully complete the FedEx Freight Driver Development Course.
Have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) based on hiring standards.
Meet all Department of Transportation regulatory requirements under section 391 of the Federal Motor Carrier regulations.
For LCV driving in applicable states, meet the Long Combination Vehicles Qualification and Certification Minimum Standards.
Have basic written and verbal communication skills for documentation and communication with peers and supervisors.
Be able to hook up and break down trailer sets requiring an average lift force of about 100 pounds, several times a day or more.
Be able to sit for extended periods and bend, twist, squat, and climb in and out of a truck.
Be able to follow instructions and complete required training.
Be able to work independently and/or as a team member.
Demonstrate initiative and motivation.
Obtain the hazardous materials endorsement within 120 days of offer acceptance; employees may not drive a commercial motor vehicle without it.

Responsibilities

Operate tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles and, where applicable, triples.
Perform daily pre-trip and safety inspections of equipment.
Hook and unhook trailers and converter dollies to and from a tractor and/or trailer.
Verify and complete required documentation and reports, and maintain accurate daily logs.
Comply with hazardous materials regulations and procedures.
Follow dispatch instructions and communicate with dispatch about delays, arrivals, and equipment problems as required.
Perform chaining of vehicle tires when required.
Perform city driver or dock employee duties when operationally necessary.
Load and unload freight as required.
Comply with applicable laws and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as required.