CDL Trainee Driver

Job Description of CDL Trainee Driver:

Polish your driving skills and acquire expertise that will enable you to operate a truck-trailer combination with ease. Your responsibilities will not be limited to driving only, as you'll also be expected to carry out non-driving functions such as using a forklift and managing the dock area.

Responsibilities of CDL Trainee Driver:

• Always employ the correct motor-powered and hand-operated equipment, like a power jack, handcart, and forklift, to handle the cargo.
• Before beginning any work, it is important to make sure that safety inspections are conducted without fail in order to ensure smooth operations
• The process of unloading or connecting trailers and converter dollies requires special equipment like fifth wheel couplings and landing gear
• Cross-check the freight description, weight, and hazardous materials listed on the paperwork against the current electronic or manual system to confirm accuracy
• The safety of the goods being transported is essential, and one way to achieve this is to properly secure freight using tools and supplies such as straps, ropes, and pallets
• Restoring and fixing spoiled freight as needed
• Ensuring that all required paperwork is accurately completed is a sign of professionalism, and reflects well on the organization as a whole
• Provide guidance and assistance to clients regarding the handling of their freight and necessary paperwork
• As a corporate entity, we are obligated to follow all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures in a consistent and equitable manner
• Conduct additional responsibilities as deemed necessary

Qualification of CDL Trainee Driver:

• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator Basic written and verbal communication skills
• 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
• Before beginning work classification, one must have a class A commercial driver's license (CDL) or a commercial learning permit (CLP).
• must meet employment requirements with an appropriate Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Must meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulatory requirements under section 391 of the Federal Motor Carrier (FMC) regulations

Work Condition of CDL Trainee Driver:

The adherence to DOT requirements plays a vital role in mitigating the risk of exposure to hazardous materials.

Additional Details of CDL Trainee Driver:

There's no avenue for treating workers or eager candidates unfavorably based on communicating, discussing, or revealing salaries or wages, according to FedEx Freight policy. Nevertheless, staff with access to compensation data may not distribute it to non-authorized personnel without a substantiated reason, apart from instances where a formal complaint, investigation, or legal obligation requires them to do so.