PH - Switcher PT-1

Federal Express Corporation; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Bemidji, MN is seeking a Package Handler/Switcher to move trailers, load and unload packages, and work in the yard. This role may involve hand-sorting packages, operating hand-held scanners, and performing pre/post-trip inspections of switcher equipment.

You’ll work Mon-Fri, 2:00am–9:00am, with pay between $20.50 and $21.50 per hour. No prior experience required; up to six months preferred.

Qualifications

• No formal education required.
• Up to 6 months of package handler or switcher/CDL operator experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a DOT file.
• Ability to read numbers and sort packages accurately.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs trailer switches between yard and doors.
• Coordinates trailer movements with management and control.
• Documents trailer moves using Yard Management System or switcher cards.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections on equipment.
• Assists with package handling as needed.

Skills

Driver's license

DOT file

Follow instructions

Numbers & sorting

Basic tools

Communication

Education

None required

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes

Unloading devices

Job description

Overview

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.
• May also be required to perform Package Handler essential functions: 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 approximately two to four hours; determines appropriate conveyor system by scanning packages, reading labels and charts, verifying numbers and memorizing information, and sorts packages accordingly.
• 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.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions 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.

Compensation and Schedule

• Pay: $20.50 - $21.50 / hr.
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 2:00am - 9:00am.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans/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 [e-mail].

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

• Know Your Rights
• Pay Transparency
• 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:

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