Dangerous Goods Agent

FedEx; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx is hiring for a position focused on the safe and legal handling of dangerous goods, including proper separation, palletizing, and loading of aircraft and trucks. The role requires attention to DG paperwork and timely distribution to relevant parties.

Minimum education is a High School Diploma or GED with at least six months of related station, ramp, hub, or safety experience preferred. The job offers a schedule that supports reliable, safety-focused operations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of shipping or processing dangerous goods required.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Must read and understand manuals/regulations and communicate clearly in a noisy environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensures safe and legal handling of dangerous goods and proper loading.
• Ensures DG paperwork is accurate, complete, and timely and shared with necessary parties.

Skills

DG knowledge

Lifting 50 lbs

DG certification

Computer skills

Reading regulations

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Mainframe

PC

Internet

Intranet

Job description

Job Duties

Ensures safe and legal handling of dangerous goods including: proper separation, palletizing and aircraft/truck loading. Ensures related dangerous goods paperwork is accurate, complete, and timely, including proper distribution to all necessary parties. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education

High School Diploma/GED.

Minimum Experience

Six (6) months of related station, ramp, hub or safety experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of shipping or processing dangerous goods packages strongly preferred. Ability to lift 50 lbs. Ability to maneuver packages of any weight above 50 lbs. with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person. Ability to complete all basic and re-currency training for Dangerous Goods. If required to perform the spill clean-up function. Must complete all basic and re-currency training for spill clean-up. Must be able to read and understand manuals, regulations, charts and tables, and effectively communicate verbally In a time-sensitive manner in a noisy operations environment. Current DG certification preferred. Experience with computer, i.e., mainframe, PC, internet/intranet preferred.

Job Conditions

Non-covered safety sensitive position; Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner. If required to drive company vehicles or motorized conveyances as a regular part of job, must possess valid drivers license.

Preferred Qualifications

Pay Transparency

Pay: $20.27 / hr starting pay

Additional Details: Schedule: Monday - Friday 4pm - 10pm

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

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