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Overview:
This is a part time position
Pick up and deliver freight between Service Centers and customers and support the selling process. Will be required to work on the dock, including transporting freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading to trailers.
Position Information:
• 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 but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck
• Verify documentation matches freight description (e.g. type, weight, hazardous materials), using current electronic or manual system and complete required documentation and reports
• Arrange freight to maximize trailer capacity, distribute the weight and secure the contents using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope)
• Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary
• Breakdown and remove internal trailer packing structure, including but not limited to: beams and load decks
• 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 but not limited to: delays, arrivals and equipment problems, as required
• Demonstrate internal and external customer service; assist customers with freight and freight documentation
• Communicate with customers to determine pick-up or delivery needs, solicit additional business and provide leads to sales for potential new opportunities
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Perform other duties as required
Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Drive throughout shift on all types of roads and in all types of weather
• Exposure to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust and fumes (e.g. diesel fumes)
• Exposure to varied weather conditions
• Exposure to hazardous materials shipped and packaged under DOT regulations
• Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-paced, deadline oriented
• Hours may vary due to operational need
Qualifications:
• Must possess a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with doubles/triples and hazardous materials endorsement
• Must possess at least one (1) year of verifiable experience operating a Class A (tractor / trailer) commercial motor vehicle (CMV) engaged in interstate commerce within the past three (3) years or successful completion of FedEx National 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 (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.)
• Ability to hook-up and break-down sets of trailers that require an average lift force of about 100 pounds, several times per month
• Ability to lift hand or loose freight of varying weights several times a week; ability to lift dock plates weighing approximately 75 pounds and to open trailer doors requiring approximately 72 pounds of lift force, up to several times per day or more
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time, climb in and out of truck, bend, twist, squat, push/pull freight
• Ability to follow instructions and complete required training
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member
• Previous dock/warehouse experience preferred
Job ID: 23829
JobTitle: P&D Driver-Part-Time
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 Company Overview
Supercharged careers in a "People First" environment. That’s what you’ll find within FedEx Freight. Two powerhouse companies - FedEx Freight Inc and FedEx National LTL – where the people come first. No matter which career you choose at FedEx Freight, we can assure you’ll be treated right! FedEx Freight Inc. and FedEx National LTL are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers (M/F/D/V), and committed to a diversified workforce.
| Location: | CA-Bakersfield |
| Job Family: | FedEx National LTL |
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| Full/Part Time: | Part Time |
| Job Category: | Truck Drivers |
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