Road Driver

Position Overview

FedEx Freight is seeking a professional driver to pick up and deliver trailers between Service Centers and turn-point locations using tractor-trailer combinations. This role is essential to maintaining the flow of freight across our network, ensuring timely and safe transportation of goods.

About the Role

As a driver, you will operate tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles and triples where applicable. Your day involves performing daily pre-trip and safety inspections, hooking and unhooking trailers and converter dollies, and verifying all required documentation and reports. You will maintain accurate daily logs and strictly comply with hazardous material regulations and company policies.

Communication is key in this position; you will follow dispatch instructions and report delays, arrivals, or equipment problems as needed. Depending on operational needs, you may also perform duties as a city driver or dock employee, including chaining vehicle tires and loading or unloading freight. The role requires the ability to work independently or as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and motivation while adhering to all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulatory requirements.

Working Conditions

This position involves driving long distances day and night on all types of roads and in various weather conditions. You will be exposed to noise, vibration, dust, and diesel fumes, as well as hazardous materials shipped under DOT regulations. Hours may vary due to operational needs, and overnight stays may be required for certain schedules. The role also requires the physical ability to sit for extended periods, bend, twist, squat, and climb in and out of the truck, as well as the strength to handle trailer sets requiring an average lift force of about 100 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on their inquiry, discussion, or disclosure of compensation. However, employees who have access to compensation information as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees to individuals who do not otherwise have access to such information, unless the disclosure is in response to a formal complaint, in furtherance of an investigation, or consistent with legal duties.

If you have a disability and need assistance to apply for a position with FedEx Freight, please call 800-888-8252 or email ADAAssistance@freight.fedex.com.