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Part Time Dockworker to Driver

quest01 — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:09:10 GMT

Hi I was wondering how can one go from a part time dockworker to a full time driver for FedEx National LTL? I currently work as a part time dockworker for FedEx National and I was wondering how I could become a driver some time down the road. There is a dockworker where I work who will be attending the FedEx National Driver Development Course in a few weeks. Is there anyway I can do that?

UPS vs. FEDEX: Ultimate Whiteboard Remix

Jeff — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:11:51 GMT

http://www.truckingboards.com/trucki...ard-remix.html

Open enrollment

Familyman — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:51:38 GMT

Last year as I recall we both (Freight and National) had the same ins and coverages, only difference was it cost you guys less than us, was wondering if you guys had any changes this go round??

FM

Happy as a FEDEX employee

cocheesehead — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 21:15:12 GMT

I would like to express my feeling about working for FEDEX. Many have complained that this company has changed since the Watkins days and that may be true, since I was not a Watkins employee, I cannot comment on that, but I have been with National for almost 2 years now and I feel fortunate to be here. We have good pay with overtime after 8 hours(not many companies pay OT that way) Our benifits are very good, especially compared to other companies. We drive good equipment, maybe the best in the LTL industry(just look at some of the other companies), and at least at my CS, we are treated rather well most of the time. We have a new TM who is liked and respected and I feel will lead us in the right direcation. People have a right to express their opinions, but much of what I read is in my opinion sour grapes by many who just like to complain. You have the freedom to work somewhere else if you are not happy here. Be happy you have a job with a company on firm ground and not in danger of going under like some other carriers MAY be in danger of doing. Employess at those carriers have alot to complain about, do we? I don"t really believe we do. My opinion only.:shift:

Jumping on that Time Machine.

River17 — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:36:30 GMT

Jumping on that Time Machine.

In case some of you National LTL
drivers forget to wander over to the
Freight forum from time to time,
there is a great poll
that many of you could participate in. :biglaugh:

http://www.truckingboards.com/trucki...e-machine.html

:shift:

jockey Truck speed

4runner — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:19:09 GMT

Why are all the jockey truck drivers speeding around in da yard at Harrisburg. The other night I almost got a closed call. WTF slow down and save a headache!!!!!!!! :TR10driving03:

Interview

Aikidostudent — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:37:16 GMT

Hello.

Well after applying in Sept 15 2009 . For fulltime City P@D, and fulltime road driver position's. For both Fedex National and Fedex Freight.

For the Columbus and West Jeff Terminal. I received a phone call 2-3 weeks ago for a short phone interview.

Now Ben C the hiring Manager out of Columbus, For Fedex National called me for a interview next Friday. Well hot Damn looking forward to it.

Question if this interview goes well. What's left after that before i start to work. And how long will this take.

The position is Fulltime City P@D driver for National. Do u guys have to work the rock(dock) lol.

I was told starting pay is $18.46 hour tops out. After 3 years making $22.05 hour. I am assuming each year if they give normal raises so will my pay go up 2.

And the interesting thing is they said they like to control. The amount of ot given out. Said work weeks should be 40-45 hours and that it. After working 55-60 hours, this should be a walk in the park.

Well my feeling is it don't matter 2 me. Hope to get hired and have a job, espically a good 1 like this. Looking forward to coming on board.

Peace...

Fed Ex Freights New President

ls57racer — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:40:59 GMT

Looks like we have a new leader.

Logue Named President of FedEx Freight | Journal of Commerce

Running Late

flyrod — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 22:41:30 GMT

The whole NE region was told to report for normal bids 2 hours late tonight due to high volumes of freight that the docks are unable to process in a timely fashion.

Nascars Fed Ex driver runs over 30 Golfers

ls57racer — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 04:19:29 GMT

Confused NASCAR Driver Runs Over 30 Golfers During Attempt To Win FedEx Cup | The Onion - America's Finest News Source

Weird HazMat Placard

Da'Pickle — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 02:53:41 GMT

I had this placard lately. I am familiar with the Class 4 placards, but never seen this. Almost looks like a hybrid of 4.1 and 4.3 (dangerous when wet) . The next question is, you guys that run the PA Turnpike, is this something that is restricted?

:shrug::shrug::shrug:

Take time your this winter.

outofworkjoe — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 23:19:58 GMT

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Hours of Service

ls57racer — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 13:06:27 GMT

If this comes to pass, it will certainly hurt many of us here at FXN....How are ya gonna do a 600 Plus mile run on less hours....Your Not....:ranting2:

DOT to Issue New Hours of Service Rule | Journal of Commerce

http://www.dispatchpolitics.com/live...s&cat=&sid=101

http://www.ctl.ca/issues/ISArticle.asp?aid=1000346061

What are ya gonna do in 2010

ls57racer — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 13:30:08 GMT

CSA 2010 DSMS (Driver Safety Measurement System) Methodology

We need to think about these things

Under the new rules of CSA 2010...THE DRIVER will also be rated for his driving/safety performance, as well as the company, and this rating will follow him/her to every employer he driver for!

Lets ALL look at this ...If YOU do not pretrip, you will suffer!

If YOU go out without a weight ticket and get a violation at the scales, it also goes against YOU, as well as the company.

If you drive out with cupped, flat spots and worn threads on THEIR tires...YOU will be cited under the new CSA 2010 Rules as well as the company.

If YOU decide to run in with 4 ways flashing at night instead of getting those lights fixed on THEIR equipment...it will go against YOUR safety record under the CSA 2010.

If you have to get another driving job....The CSA 2010 safety rating will follow you from job to job, and may cost you in getting a job.

SO GUYS....think about your pre-trip now....demand the lights to be fixed...demand the bad tires be replaced...and most of all DEMAND a weight ticket for ALL axles no matter how light the load!....IT IS YOUR CDLs...NOT THEIRS!

I guess we are hiring.

Guardrail — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 01:23:16 GMT

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