Flexible Backup Tractor Trailer Driver at United Parcel Service summary:
The Flexible Backup Tractor Trailer Driver at UPS is responsible for local, solo, or long-haul driving assignments with flexibility to adapt to various routes and schedules. Drivers must hold a valid Class A CDL with Doubles/Triples endorsement and be able to report to the facility within one hour of notice. The role offers competitive pay, benefits, growth opportunities, and requires compliance with UPS uniform and appearance standards.
Flexible Backup Tractor Trailer Driver
Who are UPS Flexible Backup Tractor Trailer Drivers?
Drivers in this role may work in local, solo, or long-haul driving positions. As flexible backup drivers, work may involve on-property shifting, local routes, long-haul trips with nightly returns, or sleeper team assignments. Flexibility in adjusting to various assignments is essential. Over time, and with increased seniority, you’ll have the opportunity to bid a route.
What does it take to keep packages moving across the country—and beyond?
- Drivers start their careers as a flexible backup driver
- Schedules may include days, nights, and weekends, with assignments ranging from local routes to long-haul trips lasting 4–6 days
- As a flexible backup driver, you must report to the facility within one hour of notice
- A valid Class A CDL (Commercial Driver's License) in your home state is required
- Doubles/Triples endorsement is required
- Pass the DOT physical
- Reliability and responsibility
- Legal right to work in the U.S
- Flexible backup tractor trailer drivers are expected to comply with UPS appearance guidelines and wear the company-provided uniform
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive weekly pay
- Growth opportunities
- Reliable, well-maintained trucks
- Loading and Unloading is done for you
- 401(k)
- Defined-benefit pension plan
- Medical, dental, and vision after waiting period
- Paid vacation
- Paid Sick and Family and Medical Leave time as required by law
- Paid holidays
- Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Employee Assistance Program
What is UPS all about?
Well, you’re probably already familiar with us—we’re the brown trucks delivering everything from diapers, dish towels and holiday gifts to college care packages and life-saving medicines.
But we’re more than that. We’re also hardworking, efficient package handlers and friendly, focused drivers. We’re professionals working in finance, technology, engineering, marketing and more. We are building our business ethically, sustainably and in an environmentally conscientious way. And we are here to deliver what matters—to customers, communities, colleagues, the world, and to you and your career. Come work for an award-winning company.
This job posting includes information about the minimum qualifications (including the UPS Uniform and Personal Appearance Guidelines), locations, shifts and operations within the locations which may consider your application. An applicant or employee may request an exception or change to, or an accommodation of, any condition of employment (including the UPS Uniform and Personal Appearance Guidelines) because of a sincerely held religious belief or practice.
UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
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