PH - Switcher CDL PT-1

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

• Performs trailer switches defined as hooking and moving a parked trailer from the yard to a load / unload door or hooking and moving a trailer from a door to the yard.
• Communicates with management and / or central control to coordinate trailer movements in the yard.
• Documents trailer moves using the Yard Management System (where available) or switcher cards
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
• Understands and demonstrates effective yard switching safety processes and procedures.
• Performs 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.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL – Class A) to operate in interstate commerce is required
• Ability to understand and follow instruction regarding work duties and safety methods.
• Ability to discern numbers and information in order to sort packages correctl
• 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
• May work in hot and cold temperatures
• May work in an environment with fumes
• May work in an area with loud noise
• Must be at least 21 years of age Preferred Qualifications : Pay Transparency : Pay : Additional Details : 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 )