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Overview:
Through education and driving skills development, become proficient in the operation of a tractor trailer combination. Responsibilities include non-driving duties such as forklift operation and working the dock.
Position Information:
• Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck
• Perform pre-trip and safety inspections on equipment
• Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailer
• Verify documentation matches freight description (e.g. type, weight, hazardous materials), using current electronic or manual system
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope)
• Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports
• Assist customers with freight and freight documentation as needed
• 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.
Qualifications:
• Must possess a class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with double/triple and hazardous materials endorsement or CDL permit with a hazmat endorsement and double/triples endorsement.
• 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 lift/carry hand freight of varying weights several times a week, to lift dock plates weighing approximately 100 pounds, and to open trailer doors requiring approximately 75 pounds of lift force, up to several times per day or more
• 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 ID: 24421
JobTitle: Driver Apprentice
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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: | TX-Sunnyvale |
| Job Family: | FedEx Freight |
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| Job Category: | Warehouse |
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