How to Get Hired as an Independent Contractor for Federal Express Ground

Federal Express Ground is different from Federal Express because you are the boss. You manage your own routes and have the power to hire more individuals to drive the routes, essentially becoming the manager. You're an independent contractor and answer only to yourself. Below, you'll learn how to get hired as an independent contractor for federal express ground. Are you ready? Let's get started.

Instructions

1. Make sure you are people oriented. In order to be a Federal Express Ground contractor, you must be able to work around people constantly. This requires you to be people-oriented and outgoing. If you've ever worked in a customer service position before, you probably know how to interact with individuals in a business and professional manner. If you've never worked in a customer service position before, try taking a few customer service classes and getting familiar with being around people and conversing with them in a professional and polite manner.

2. Apply with Federal Express Ground. Your first step is to apply with Fed Ex Ground in an attempt to become a ground contractor. You can do so at Federal Express Ground. See Additional Resources" for link. The requirements for becoming a ground contractor aren't massive - in fact, as long as you own a truck that meets Federal Express's requirements, you can become a contractor quite easily. Of course, there are requirements that Federal Express has in order to insure that their company is represented in a positive way, but other than that, you run the show.

3. Purchase a truck. Since Federal Express Ground's contractors are not actually employees of FedEx, you must have your own truck that meets FedEx requirements. You can typically purchase a used truck that will meet the requirements if you don't already have one. There are online sites with used trucks for sale, such as the one at RV Coach. See "Additional Resources" for link. Having a truck is a huge part of Federal Express ground and can help you in your application if you already own one.

4. Purchase a GPS. If you're not familiar with every neighborhood in your city, purchasing a GPS device like a TomTom may help. This kind of device will tell you exactly how to get to your routes and will help you plan them more efficiently. You can plan your deliveries so that you get the maximum amount of deliveries done in the least amount of miles. This will help since Federal Express Ground contractors are paid on the amount of packages they carry and not for the hours they work.

   By using the above information, you can get a job with Federal Express Ground and start your own business as an independent contractor in a lucrative and interesting career.

Resources

• Fedex Ground Contractor information
• Fed Express Careers
• Federal Express Careers