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Spec Assign PH Trainer FT-1

Federal Express Corporation

Lexington, KYFull-time / Temporary$7.25/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$7.25/hr
Location
Lexington, KY
Schedule
Full-time / Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License

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

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Package Handler TrainingPackage HandlingPackage SortingScanningReading Labels and ChartsUsing Hand Tools and EquipmentCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeamworkLifting and CarryingPushing and Pulling

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDSix Months FedEx Ground PH ExperienceValid Driver's LicenseDOT File

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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Pay:

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.
Hiring the most in Kentucky
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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