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Courier/Swing Drvr/DOT
Role summary
Written by MyIslandJob from the job title and employer. See the employer's page for the full description.
The Courier/Swing Driver/DOT role involves safely picking up and delivering packages, operating company vehicles, loading and unloading shipments, completing delivery records, and providing professional customer service. Candidates generally need a valid driver’s license, a safe driving record, the ability to meet Department of Transportation requirements, and sufficient physical ability to lift, carry, and move packages. The role may require working varied schedules, weekends, holidays, and covering different routes or duties as a swing driver. Candidates are expected to follow FedEx safety procedures, meet service and delivery standards, work independently, and communicate effectively with customers and dispatch.
Can I work in Hawaii?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Warehouse and driver jobs have no work visa; the H-2B covers only a temporary need, and its numbers for starts before 1 April 2027 were used up by 4 Sep 2026.
Before you apply: Driver jobs need a licence that counts in that country, and a foreign one may not carry over: Japan's truck-driver visa asks for a class 1 licence, Qatar residents sit a driving test, and Ireland's permit list asks for a CE or C1E truck licence or one it recognises.
Watch for: H-2B petitions for commercial drivers must show English skills (order of 28 Apr 2025; visas issued after 15 Jun 2026 count as proof).
Official source: USCIS: H-2B temporary non-agricultural workers. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Hawaii
Usual for Logistics jobs in Hawaii, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Not usually provided; rents are very high, so ask about a relocation or housing payment |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Varies, more for senior hires; H-2B employers may not charge you recruitment fees (by law) |
| Flights | Varies; a joining flight is common for senior hires, home flights are rare |
| Contract | At will, no fixed term; E-3 permits run 2 years, TN and H-1B up to 3, then renew; H-2B 3 years at most |
| Leave | No paid vacation or sick leave by law; the employer or union contract sets them |
| Income tax | Federal 10% to 37% plus state 1.4% to 11%, plus 7.65% Social Security and Medicare |
| Health cover | Employer must insure staff working 20+ hours a week and pay at least half the cost (by law) |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
Working in Hawaii
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About Federal Express Corporation
Federal Express Corporation, commonly known as FedEx Express, is a major global transportation and logistics company headquartered in the United States. It provides time-definite delivery of packages and freight through an extensive air, ground, and distribution network serving customers worldwide. FedEx employs couriers, drivers, package handlers, aircraft and vehicle maintenance specialists, customer service teams, technology professionals, and business support staff. Its operations emphasize reliable delivery, safety, tracking technology, customer service, and efficient supply-chain movement. In Hawaii, FedEx supports inter-island and mainland shipping through local stations, aircraft connections, delivery routes, and pickup services. Employees typically work in fast-paced environments where punctuality, physical stamina, safe driving, teamwork, and attention to shipment details are important.