Truck Driver Student

Company: XPO Logistics
Location: Sheboygan
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

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 Logistics, 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 starts at $18.33

• Dockworker As a DSR Student, you will work as a dockworker for up to 30 days prior to the start of the 7-week classroom training. During the training program, you will be compensated for all time spent training or working. While attending the program, you will be eligible to test to obtain a Commercial Driver's License-A (CDL-A) with hazardous materials endorsements, tanker endorsement and doubles/triples endorsements; and upon meeting all other company requirements, you may be eligible to be offered a Driver Sales Representative position. Pay, benefits and more.We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more. 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
  • Unload and load freight off/on trailers
  • 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
    • A safe driving record and history
    • To pass DOT drug test and have no prior positive tests or refusals; pass a company-paid DOT physical
    • To pass a company-paid post-offer, pre-hire, screen test (physical essential functions); perform essential functions with or without an accommodation
    • Availability to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekendsIt'd be great if you also have:
      • Forklift experience
      • Class B CDLThis 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 materialsTo successfully complete the program, you will:
          • Obtain a CDL-A permit by the first day of class by passing written tests on general knowledge, combination of vehicles, air brakes, tanker and doubles/triples
          • Initiate the TSA fingerprint-based background check by completing the fingerprinting process no later than the first week of class
          • Obtain a CDL-A with these endorsements: double/triple trailers, tanker and hazmat by the end of the training programBe 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.
            Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here.
            
            

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