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PH - Switcher FT-10

Federal Express Corporation, Dallas, TX, United States

Duration: Full Time


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


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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.

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