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FedEx Express PH - Switcher PT in Pearl, Mississippi

This is a Job Description for a PH -- Switcher PT in Pearl, Mississippi

Summary:

 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.

 

 

Duties & Responsibilities:

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 of packages accordingly. Performs other duties as assigned

 Requirements

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: 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 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.

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Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

 

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