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 Function * 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. In addition to the above essential functions, Switchers may also be required to perform Package Handler essential functions as follows: * Utilizes hand-to-surface" methods for all package handling. * Loads and unloads packages onto or from delivery vehicles, trailers, conveyor system carts and load gratings. * Lifts, carries, pushes and pulls packages on a continuous and repetitive basis for approximate shifts of two to four hours. * Determines the appropriate conveyor system by scanning packages, reading labels and charts, verifying numbers and memorizing information and sorts packages accordingly. * Peforms 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 * May work in hot and cold temperatures * May work in an environment with fumes * May work in an area with loud noise Preferred Qualifications: Pay Transparency: 21.50 Pay: Additional Details: Inbound All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 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 [email protected] . Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: * Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law * EEO is the Law Supplement * Pay Transparency Policy * 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)
