Job Description:

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



Preferred Qualifications:



Pay Transparency:



Pay: $23.60



Additional Details: DAY Sort - Shift Start Time Approx., 12 noon, Shift Ends on or before 5:00 PM (Schedule includes 1 Weekend Day, either Saturday or Sunday and 4 Weekdays)


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 recruitmentsupport@fedex.com .


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• Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law


• EEO is the Law Supplement


• Pay Transparency Policy


• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)


• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

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