Tractor Trailer Driver/RTD - Apprentice

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. 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.

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.

Preferred Qualifications: MUST BE 21 YEARS OR OLDER, MUST HAVE VALID DRIVERS LICENSE FOR PAST 3 CONSECUTIVE YEARS WITH GOOD DRIVING RECORD, WITHOUT ANY GAPS. MUST COMPLETE ALL DRIVING FORMS IN APPLICATION PROCESS TO BE CONSIDERED.

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Pay:

Additional Details: **Posted with Waiver/No time commitment needed* P/T Ramp Transport Driver-Apprentice position. Domiciled @ AUSR (Austin Airport) Hiring Mgr. John Vanover, Work Schedule: Sunday – Saturday (2 days off) AM SHIFT working between 4AM - 12PM.

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Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

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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