Package Handler- Switcher Pt

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

• Communicates with management and/or central control to coordinate trailer movements in the yard.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
• 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.
• Understands and demonstrates effective yard switching safety processes and procedures.
• Documents trailer moves using the Yard Management System (where available) or switcher cards.

In addition to the above essential functions, Switchers may also be required to perform Package Handler essential functions as follows:

• Lifts, carries, pushes and pulls packages on a continuous and repetitive basis for approximate shifts of two to four hours.
• Utilizes “hand-to-surface” methods for all package handling.
• Determines the appropriate conveyor system by scanning packages, reading labels and charts, verifying numbers and memorizing information and sorts packages accordingly.
• Loads and unloads packages onto or from delivery vehicles, trailers, conveyor system carts and load gratings.

Minimum Education

None

Minimum Experience

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

Required Skills, Abilities and / or Licensure

• Ability to understand and follow instruction regarding work duties and safety methods.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) file.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to use basic tools and equipment such as skate wheel rollers, dock carts, hand-held scanners, chutes and unloading devices.
• Ability to discern numbers and information in order to sort packages correctly.

Address: 13701 SW Anthony F Sansone SR Blvd
City: Port St. Lucie
State: Florida
Zip Code: 34987
Domicile Location: FXG-US/USA/P322/Port St. Lucie RSF
Auto req ID: 392081BR
Position Type: Part time
Employee Type: Non-Exempt

EEO Statement

FedEx Ground is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer (Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans) committed to a diverse workforce