Tractor Trailer Driver/RTD - Apprentice

Federal Express Corporation•Indianapolis, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Drives tractor-trailer vehicle to designated locations and operate mechanized loading/unloading equipment. Performs other duties as assigned. New RTDs 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. Mostly 2nd and 3rd shift. This is for vacation coverage. After six months new RTDs are eligible to bid on open shifts.

Requirements

Minimum Education: High School Diploma/GED
Minimum Experience: Six (6) months FedEx Express experience preferred.
Ability to operate mechanized loading/GSE
Ability to lift 50 lbs
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.
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.

Nice To Haves

Ability to drive manual transmission preferred
Customer contact & package handling experience preferred

Responsibilities

Drives tractor-trailer vehicle to designated locations
Operate mechanized loading/unloading equipment
Maneuver packages of any weight above 50 Lbs with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person
Customer contact
Package handling