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Federal Express Corporation

Chicago, ILFresher40m agovia LinkedInH-1B sponsor · 46 entry-level filings

Posted 13 Nov 2026, 01:55 ET · Last seen open on LinkedIn 13 Nov, 01:55 ET

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Who can apply
New grads, no experience needed
Must know
Express
Work
On-site in Chicago
Pay
Not stated by the employer.
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About the Role

This is a full-time Switcher position with a Twilight/Midnight schedule, Monday through Friday.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform trailer switches, including hooking and moving trailers between yard and load/unload doors.
  • Communicate with management and/or central control to coordinate yard movements.
  • Document trailer moves using the Yard Management System or switcher cards.
  • Perform pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
  • Demonstrate effective yard switching safety processes and procedures.

Additional responsibilities may include Package Handler duties:

  • Utilize “hand-to-surface” methods for all package handling.
  • Load and unload packages onto or from delivery vehicles, trailers, conveyor system carts, and load gratings.
  • Lift, carry, push, and pull packages on a continuous and repetitive basis for shifts of two to four hours.
  • Scan packages, read labels and charts, verify numbers, and memorize information to sort packages accordingly.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Must possess 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 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.

Qualifications

  • No experience required.
  • Six (6) months of experience as a package handler or switching/CDL operator experience is preferred.

Job Conditions

  • May work in hot and cold temperatures.
  • May work in an environment with fumes.
  • May work in an area with loud noise.

Pay

  • $21.15 - $23.15 per hour.

H-1B sponsor

Federal Express filed 46 entry-level H-1B applications for new hires (Oct 2025 - Jun 2026, Department of Labor).

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