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Federal Express Corporation

Courier/Non-DOT

Durango, CO · On-site

$21.05/hr

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CredentialsValid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, sometimes a commercial licenseValid driver’s license, vehicle insurance
Work EnvironmentOperate own vehicle, flexible schedule, independent workDrive company or personal vehicle, often scheduled routes
Employer & Industry UsageSelf-employed or contracted, logistics/delivery servicesEmployed by delivery companies or gig platforms

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Courier/Non-DOT

Federal Express Corporation

Durango, CO • On-site

$21.05/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Driver/operator of company vehicles. Provides courteous and efficient delivery and pick-up of packages. Checks shipments for conformance to FedEx features of service and provides related customer service functions. Drives vehicles not regulated by section 391 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. Performs other duties as assigned.

Monday and Wednesday 9-5 part time


Minimum Education

High School Diploma/GED.

Minimum Experience

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to lift 50 Lbs. Ability to maneuver packages of any weight above 50 lbs. with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person. Good human relations and communication skills. Must be at least 21 years of age. Ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to understand traffic signs, communicate with traffic safety officials and to respond to official inquiries and directions in accordance with FMCSA enforcement guidance.

Job Conditions

Non-covered safety-sensitive position. Neat appearance since customer contact is required. Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.Must be licensed for type of vehicle assigned.


Preferred Qualifications: *** STARTING PAY: $21.05 Minimum of 21 years of age, consistently lift 50 pounds, High School / GED Diploma, Valid Driver's License consistently for the past two years. Must successfully complete a Federal Drug screen and background check.

Pay Transparency: This compensation range is provided as a reasonable estimate of the current starting salary range for this role across all potential locations. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the range is a reasonable estimate of the current. Starting salary for the lowest level to the current starting salary of the highest level. Actual starting pay would be determined by experience relative to the job, market level, pay at the location for this job and other job-related factors. Permitted by law. An employee may be eligible for additional pay, premiums, or bonus potential. The Company offers eligible employees health, vision and dental insurance, retirement, and tuition reimbursement.

Pay: $21.05-$31.26

Additional Details: Part Time Courier / Mon & Wed 09:00AM-05:00PM


Click HERE to learn more about the Courier/Non-DOT position!


Pay Transparency:

The compensation listed reflects the pay range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position at the posted location or locations.  If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the pay information represents the ranges for each level in that job family. Actual pay is determined by several job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to the position, including, but not limited to, experience relative to the job, tenure, market level, pay at the location for this job, performance, schedule, and work assignment. In California, the compensation listed reflects the range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position upon hire.


For details on our comprehensive benefits, click here.


Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact recruitmentsupport@fedex.com.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

  • Know Your Rights
  • Pay Transparency
  • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  • Employee Polygraph Protection Act

E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only). Please click below to learn more about the E-Verify program:

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Employment Type: PART_TIME

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