
Spec Assign PH Trainer FT-1
Lexington, KYFull-time / Temporary$7.25/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
The Spec Assign PH Trainer trains Package Handlers in package movement techniques and reinforces safe handling practices. The role also performs physical loading, unloading, sorting, and palletizing while training peers, and supports operational decisions by updating managers on sort conditions. The assignment is for up to 12 weeks in the Preload Sort.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Full job description
Experience Required
None
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma/G.E.D.
Compensation
$7.25 / hourly
Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
1
Work Schedule and Shift Requirements
First (Day)
Job Description
Trains other Package Handlers (PHs) on loading, unloading, palletizing, and scanning techniques in order to ensure efficient and safe movement of packages through the operation. 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. Package Handlers may be assigned to or rotate through various areas and positions such as Loader, Unloader, Palletizer, Scan Weigh and Key (SWAK), Quality Assurance (QA), Facer, Switcher, etc.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Trains new PHs in effective unloading, loading, palletizing, carrying, smalls handling, SWAK, and non-conveyable package handling techniques.
Provides training to other PHs who are in need of additional instruction on unloading, carrying, loading, palletizing, smalls handling, SWAK, or non-conveyable package handling techniques, as determined by management.
Provides feedback on proper package handling techniques, as needed.
Reinforces among peer PHs all dock safety standards.
Understands and demonstrates by example all necessary processes and procedures.
Updates managers on conditions during the sort so operation efficiency decisions can be made.
Assists in the implementation of new package handling procedures and techniques.
Regularly loads/unloads, palletizes, lifts, carries, pushes and pulls packages while training other PHs.
Utilizes hand-to-surface methods for all package handling.
Loads and unloads packages onto or from delivery vehicles, trailers, pallets, conveyor system carts and load gratings.
Lifts, carries, pushes and pulls packages on a continuous and repetitive basis for approximate shift of 3-5 hours, with potential of working one or more shifts each day
Determines the appropriate conveyor system by scanning packages, reading labels and charts, verifying numbers and memorizing information and sorts packages accordingly.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION
None
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
No experience required; six (6) months of experience as a PH with FedEx Ground preferred.
KNOWLEGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to train multiple peer PHs simultaneously.
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.
PHs operating switching equipment must have a valid driver's license and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) file.
Job Conditions
Will need to work in hot and cold temperatures
Will need to work in an environment with loud noise
Should be able to lift and carry between 10 and 50 pounds
Travel should not be required
Preferred Qualifications:
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Additional Details: 3 FT Special Assignment PH Trainer positions available. Assignment to last up to 12 weeks. Preload Sort.
For details on our comprehensive benefits, click here.
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 [email protected].
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EOE, including disability/VETs
Job Type
Full time
Benefits Offered
Not specified
Veteran Preference
No
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
P25-382745-1
How this job compares
Set against the 2,838 open Trainer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$7.25/hr
- US median$25–31/hr735 hourly ranges
This rate, $7.25/hr, is 75% below the US median midpoint ($29/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Trainer hourly ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 50 open Trainer jobs in Kentucky and 2,838 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- Trainer postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (1,765 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a high school diploma; 1,383 of the 2,838 open Trainer jobs (49%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 28, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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