Driver Apprentice-Road

Position Overview

Through education and driving skills development, become proficient in the operation of a tractor‑trailer combination, picking up and delivering trailers between service centers and/or turn‑point locations. Responsibilities may include non‑driving duties such as forklift operation and working the dock.

Starting Rate of Pay: $26.23 per hour

• Operate tractor‑trailer combination, including doubles and/or straight trucks
• Perform pre‑trip, post‑trip, and inter‑trip safety inspections on equipment
• Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailer
• Maintain accurate daily logs
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports
• Communicate with and follow Dispatch instructions regarding events including, but not limited to, delays, arrivals, equipment problems, etc., as required
• Comply with hazardous material regulations and company procedures, and confirm placarding matches hazmat shipments, as required
• Demonstrate internal and external customer service
• Where operationally necessary, perform job duties of a city driver or freight handler
• Where operationally necessary, perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including, but not limited to, forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck
• Chain vehicle tires, as required
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Perform other duties as required

• Must possess a class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or a commercial learning permit (CLP) prior to entering job classification
• Must possess acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) based on hiring standards
• Must meet all Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). 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
• Ability to hook up and break down sets of trailers that require an average lift force of approximately 100 pounds, several times a day
• 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

• Drive long distances day and night on all types of roads in all types of weather
• Exposure to noise and vibration
• Exposure to dust and diesel fumes
• Exposure to hazardous materials shipped and packaged under DOT regulations
• Hours may vary due to operational need
• Overnight stays may be required for some schedules

Hourly: $26.23 - $31.23

Eligible employee benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision plans;
Employee Assistance Program;
Personal/Sick paid time off; 401(k); bonus potential; tuition reimbursement; adoption assistance; paid parental leave; paid bereavement; employee discounts; vacation (full‑time only); paid holidays (full‑time only).

Fed Ex Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. If you have a disability and need assistance applying, please e‑mail A