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PH - Switcher PT

FedEx Group, Bell Gardens, CA, United States


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.

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.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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

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.

Pay Pay: $23.50 per hour (non‑negotiable)

Additional Details Must attach a resume for consideration. Shift: SUN-THU, approx 3:30am‑9am, schedule may vary based on operational needs.

EEO Statement Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Vets/Disability.

California Fair Chance: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process.

Legal Information Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ E‑Verify program.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

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