
location_on8301, Brady Street, Peosta, Vernon Township, Dubuque County, Iowa, 52068, United States
As a Driver for FedEx Freight, you will serve as the vital link between our Service Centers and our customers. Your primary mission is to safely pick up and deliver freight while actively supporting our sales goals by identifying opportunities to grow our business relationships. This role is designed for individuals who take pride in operating heavy equipment and delivering exceptional customer service in every interaction.
You will operate tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles and triples where applicable, as well as straight trucks. Your day-to-day involves performing pre-trip safety inspections, hooking and unhooking trailers, and securing freight using appropriate tools like pallets, straps, and rope. Beyond driving, you will handle freight using motorized and manual equipment, verify documentation, and comply with all hazardous material regulations. You will also be responsible for collecting payments and communicating effectively with dispatch and customers regarding delays, arrivals, and specific delivery needs.
This position requires flexibility; you may be called upon to perform duties of a road driver or a dock employee depending on operational needs. You will drive on all types of roads in all weather conditions, facing exposure to noise, vibration, dust, and diesel fumes. The role demands the ability to lift hand freight up to 100 pounds and work independently or as part of a team.
To join our team, you must possess a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with double/triple, hazardous materials, and tank endorsements. While an automatic transmission restriction is allowed, you must have one year of experience within the most recent three years or have successfully completed the FedEx Freight Driver Development Course. You must also meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulatory requirements and maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.
*Note: The Hazardous Materials endorsement must be obtained within 120 days of offer acceptance. Drivers operating Long Combination Vehicles (LCVs) in specific states (AZ, CO, FL, ID, IN, KS, MT, ND, NV, OH, OK, OR, SD, UT) must meet additional certification standards.
FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on background, disability, or veteran status. If you have a disability and require assistance to apply, please contact hrasupportteam@fedex.com.
We also maintain a policy of pay transparency. FedEx Freight will not discharge or discriminate against any employee or applicant for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation. However, employees who access compensation information as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of others to individuals without access, unless the disclosure is in response to a formal complaint, investigation, or legal duty.
Work model: On-site
8301, Brady Street, Peosta, Vernon Township, Dubuque County, Iowa, 52068, United States
Peosta, Iowa