PH - Switcher PT

Trailer Switcher

Responsible for the movement of trailers to and from the unload / load doors and throughout the yard. May also be responsible for the physical loading, unloading, and / or sorting of packages by hand, including lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, and placing, in a safe and efficient manner. Essential functions include performing trailer switches, coordinating trailer movements, documenting trailer moves, performing pre- and post-trip inspections, and understanding yard switching safety processes. Switchers may also perform package handler duties such as utilizing hand-to-surface methods, loading and unloading packages, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling packages, determining the appropriate conveyor system, and performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education : None required

Minimum Experience : No experience required; six (6) months of experience as a package handler or switching / CDL operator experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) file.
• Ability to understand and follow instruction regarding work duties and safety methods.
• Ability to discern numbers and information in order to sort packages correctly.
• Ability to use basic tools and equipment such as skate wheel rollers, dock carts, hand-held scanners, chutes, and unloading devices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment.

Job Conditions :

Preferred Qualifications :

Pay Transparency : The compensation listed reflects the pay range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position at the posted location or locations. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the pay information represents the minimum and maximum range for all levels in that job family. Actual pay is determined by several job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to the position, including, but not limited to, experience relative to the job, tenure, market level, pay at the location for this job, performance, schedule, and work assignment.

Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets / Disability. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact recruitmentsupport@fedex.com. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws : Know Your Rights Pay Transparency Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Employee Polygraph Protection Act E-Verify Program Participant : Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only). Please click below to learn more about the E-Verify program : E-Verify Notice (bilingual) Right to Work Notice (English) / (Spanish) EOE, including disability / VETs