| 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 Function* 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. In addition to the above essential functions, Switchers may also be required to perform Package Handler essential functions as follows:
 * 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.
 * Peforms 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 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
 Preferred Qualifications:  Pay Transparency:  Pay:  Additional Details:  Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/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 recruitmentsupport@fedex.com. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: 
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