P&D Driver-Full-Time

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P&D Driver-Full-Time NY-West Babylon

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Overview: Pick up and deliver freight between Service Centers and customers and support the selling process. Will be required to work on the dock, including transporting freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading to trailers. Position Information: . Operate tractor-trailer combination, including doubles (and triples, where applicable) and/or straight trucks . Perform daily pre-trip and safety inspections on equipment . Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailer . Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck . Verify documentation matches freight description (e.g. type, weight, hazardous materials), using current electronic or manual system and complete required documentation and reports . Arrange freight to maximize trailer capacity, distribute the weight and secure the contents using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope) . Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary . Breakdown and remove internal trailer packing structure, including but not limited to: beams and load decks . Comply with hazardous material regulations and procedures . Collect cash or checks for freight charges, as required, and maintain required documentation . Follow dispatch instructions and communicate with dispatch, including but not limited to: delays, arrivals and equipment problems, as required . Demonstrate internal and external customer service; assist customers with freight and freight documentation . Communicate with customers to determine pick-up or delivery needs, solicit additional business and provide leads to sales for potential new opportunities . Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures . Perform other duties as required Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. WORKING CONDITIONS: . Drive throughout shift on all types of roads and in all types of weather . Exposure to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust and fumes (e.g. diesel fumes) . Exposure to varied weather conditions . Exposure to hazardous materials shipped and packaged under DOT regulations . Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-paced, deadline oriented . Hours may vary due to operational need Qualifications: . Must possess a Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with doubles/triples and hazardous materials endorsement . Must possess at least one (1) year of verifiable experience operating a Class A (tractor / trailer) commercial motor vehicle (CMV) engaged in interstate commerce within the past three (3) years or successful completion of FedEx National Driver Development Course . Must possess acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) based on hiring standards . Must meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulatory 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 (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.) . Ability to hook-up and break-down sets of trailers that require an average lift force of about 100 pounds, several times per month . Ability to lift hand or loose freight of varying weights several times a week; ability to lift dock plates weighing approximately 75 pounds and to open trailer doors requiring approximately 72 pounds of lift force, up to several times per day or more . Ability to sit for extended periods of time, climb in and out of truck, bend, twist, squat, push/pull freight . Ability to follow instructions and complete required training . Ability to work independently and/or as a team member . Previous dock/warehouse experience preferred

Job ID: 24320 JobTitle: P&D Driver-Full-Time

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Category:	Transportation
	> Driver
Location:	West Babylon, NY
County:	Suffolk County
ZIP Code:	11704
Pay Rate:	Open
Job Terms:	full time
Company:	Fedex Freight, Inc.
Phone:	email only please
Fax:	email only please