Equipment Operator

Company: FedEx Express
Location: Memphis
Posted on: September 14, 2023

Job Description:

Provides safe and efficient operation of motorized powered industrial equipment used for the movement of packages/documents/heavyweight, dangerous goods and ULDs. Assists in the buildup/breakdown of pallets containing heavyweight freight. Serves as liaison between company and ULD repair vendor, as required. Perform all other duties as assigned.

FT Equipment Operator at $19.97/hourly.
The shift is Tuesday-Sunday.

Minimum Education
None

Minimum Experience
Clerical experience including typing and/or general office administration duties preferred. Good human relations and communication skills. Ability to successfully complete all basic and re-currency training. Experience dealing with the movement of heavyweight freight using forklifts, tugs and other aircraft loading/unloading equipment preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to lift 50 lbs. Ability to maneuver packages of any weight above 50 lbs. with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person. The ability to communicate both timely and effectively in a noisy operations environment, is required.

Job Conditions
Since operating motorized conveyances, primarily forklifts, is required in this job, employee must possess a valid driver's license (see policy 4-48). Non-covered safety-sensitive position; ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Learn to Earn

• University of Memphis (UofM) Global has collaborated with FedEx to offer FedEx Hub employees at select locations* a higher education degree program, LiFE (Learning inspired by FedEx).
• There are potentially no out of pocket costs as long as candidates meet the criteria and in good academic standing.
• In addition you will have courses suited to your prior education, 24/7 tutoring and a U of M Global LiFE Coach to help you along the way."
  
  • *(Currently only Memphis, Indy, Oakland, Newark and LAX Hub locations are eligible for LiFe program enrollment consideration.)
    
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