Flex Driver – FedEx, Dartmouth, NS
Location: Dartmouth, NS | Company: FeDex
FedEx is hiring a part-time Flex Driver in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, to deliver packages along assigned routes, prepare shipments for transportation and provide professional customer service.
Based at the FedEx facility on Wilkinson Avenue, this casual position offers flexible shift opportunities determined by operational requirements. The work combines safe driving, vehicle loading, package delivery and direct interaction with businesses and residential customers.
Flexible Delivery Support in Dartmouth
Flex Drivers help FedEx maintain reliable delivery coverage when shipment volumes, route demands or staffing requirements change. Employees may be assigned to predetermined customers and service areas based on the needs of the local transportation operation.
Because the number of available hours and working days can vary, candidates should be comfortable with a flexible schedule. This opportunity may suit someone seeking part-time driving work who can respond dependably when additional delivery support is required.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Daily responsibilities focus on safe vehicle operation, timely package delivery and courteous customer service throughout each assigned route.
Package Delivery
Deliver shipments to predetermined customers while following assigned routes and applicable service procedures.
Order Review
Check packages and delivery information before departure to support route accuracy and shipment readiness.
Vehicle Loading
Load packages carefully and organize shipments so they can be accessed efficiently during the delivery route.
Vehicle Unloading
Unload customer shipments safely while protecting package condition and maintaining accurate delivery handling.
Customer Service
Represent FedEx professionally and communicate courteously with customers during package deliveries.
Route Support
Adapt to changing assignments and operational priorities while helping maintain dependable delivery coverage.
Education, Licence and Training Requirements
Applicants must have a high school diploma or an equivalent level of education. A valid full Class 5 driver’s licence is mandatory, and candidates must satisfy the driving-record requirements associated with roles where vehicle operation is a core responsibility.
No previous professional driving experience is required for entry to the role. One year of customer-oriented business experience is preferred. Candidates must also achieve the required result during mandatory pre-placement driver assessment training and successfully complete all basic and recurring instruction.
Skills That May Help Candidates Succeed
Flex Drivers must be able to work independently while staying organized and responsive to changing delivery assignments. Strong customer awareness and dependable driving habits are important throughout each shift.
Professional and respectful communication helps create a positive experience for customers receiving FedEx shipments.
Organizing route priorities and maintaining a steady pace supports timely delivery across an assigned area.
Good interpersonal skills support effective coordination with customers, dispatch personnel and operational employees.
A flexible approach is important because available hours, working days and route assignments may change with business requirements.
The ability to multitask and remain organized helps drivers manage traffic, customer needs and delivery priorities.
Schedule, Pay and Physical Expectations
This is a part-time casual position paying $21.09 CAD per hour. FedEx will determine the minimum and maximum available hours, working days and shift opportunities according to business requirements rather than providing a fixed weekly schedule.
Candidates must be able to lift packages weighing up to 70 pounds. Employees are also expected to complete mandatory testing and recurring training, work within a Windows-based computer environment when required and maintain any applicable annual accreditations.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should review the complete vacancy on the official FedEx careers website before applying. The official listing contains the latest details about scheduling, hourly pay, driver assessment requirements and the recruitment process.
Applicants should confirm that they hold a valid full Class 5 driver’s licence and can accommodate flexible shifts based on operational demand. Candidates requiring accommodation during recruitment may communicate their needs through the FedEx selection process.