Truck Driver Student

Truck Driver Student

Requisition Id: 371091

Business Unit: LTL

Location

Grand Rapids, MI, US, 49512

Solutions driven success.

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you're looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.

Pay, benefits and more.

• Home daily

• Pay starts at $20.92/hour

• Full health insurance on day one

• Life and disability insurance

• Earn up to 13 days PTO over the course of your first year

• 9 paid company holidays

• 401(k) option with company match

• Education assistance

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Attend training sessions to obtain a CDL-A

• Gain on-the-job experience as an LTL Driver

• Under supervision, perform vehicle inspections required under section 396.13 of the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations (FMCSR)

• Maintain records in accordance with FMCSR, DOT and company policies

• Load and unload freight using a forklift as needed (touch freight)

• Verify and complete required documentation and reports

• Adhere to company safety policies

• Maintain contact with service center personnel in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, you'll need:

• To be at least 21 years old

• 1 year of related experience

• Hold a valid state issued driver's license for a minimum of 12 months

• To attain a CDL-A permit by the first day of class; attain the following endorsements within 90 days of employment: double/triple trailers, tanker and HAZMAT

• Initiate the TSA fingerprint-based background check by completing the fingerprinting process no later than the second week of class

• Safe driving record and history

• To pass DOT drug test and have no prior positive tests or refusals in the last 3 years; pass a company-paid DOT physical

• To pass a company-paid DOT physical and pre-hire test (physical essential functions);perform essential functions with or without accommodation

• Availability to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends

It'd be great if you also have:

• Forklift experience

• Class B CDL

This job requires the ability to

• Lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights up to 50 lbs. frequently and more than 75 lbs. occasionally

• Safely operate heavy equipment; move and position a converter dolly with an average weight/pull force of approximately 128 lbs.

• Walk and stand for extended periods of time on various surfaces that may be uneven or slippery; work in adverse weather conditions; climb in and out of a tractor cab and trailer, and sit for extended periods of time in a truck tractor and/or forklift

• Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel

• Operate a tractor-trailer combination (under supervision) up to 11 consecutive hours, in all types of weather, while safely transporting hazardous/non-hazardous materials

Be part of something big.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.

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