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Truck Driver Student at XPO Logistics, Inc.

Posted in General Business 30+ days ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: Bemidji, Minnesota





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 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


To 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 program


Be part of something big.

XPO is a leading provider of world-class solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.

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.

XPO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with XPO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

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 intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here.





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