FedEx Freight
Memphis, TN · Founded 1966 · 14,000+ trucks · 48 states, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico
Company Overview
FedEx Freight is the LTL division of FedEx Corporation and one of the top-paying LTL carriers in the country. The company operates approximately 400 service centers and provides both Priority (faster) and Economy LTL services. FedEx Freight benefits from the massive FedEx brand, corporate stability, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes a pension plan, which is increasingly rare in trucking. Drivers consistently rank FedEx Freight among the top LTL employers.
Pay & Compensation
Solo Driver Pay
$25-$36/hr (P&D and linehaul)
Team Driver Pay
N/A
Owner-Operator Pay
N/A
Benefits & Perks
- Among the highest LTL driver pay in the industry
- Full FedEx benefits package
- 401(k) with match
- Pension plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee discounts across FedEx brands
Hiring Requirements
- Minimum Age
- 21 years old
- Experience Required
- 1 year
- CDL Class
- Class A
- Endorsements
- Doubles/Triples required for linehaul
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Top-tier LTL pay in the industry
- Pension plan (rare in trucking)
- FedEx corporate stability and brand
- Modern equipment fleet-wide
Cons
- Highly competitive hiring process
- Doubles/Triples endorsement required for linehaul
- Some P&D routes involve heavy touch freight
- Corporate environment may feel rigid
Equipment & Operations
Equipment Types
Operating Region
48 states, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico
Home Time
Daily for P&D; 1-2 nights for linehaul
Annual Revenue
$9.0 billion
Best For
Experienced LTL drivers seeking the highest pay with pension and full FedEx benefits