Warehouse Package Handler in Bedford Park

Company: FedEx Ground
Location: Des Plaines
Posted on: April 6, 2021

Job Description:

Auto req ID: 270256BR

Job Summary

FedEx Ground is an essential business that needs people to help us support the economy, handling life-saving medications and other items that keep our communities as prepared as possible during these uncertain times.
FedEx Ground will continue to hire for essential positions like this one.

FedEx Ground is hiring part-time and full-time individuals to load and unload packages in our fast-paced warehouse environment. Part-time employees typically work a 2-4-hour shift per day. Full-time employees work approximately two shifts per day of varying lengths. Package Handlers are responsible for warehouse duties including: the physical loading, unloading and/or sorting of packages of varying sizes and weights by hand, including lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, scanning, placing packages, as well as physical bending, twisting, kneeling and etc. in a safe and efficient manner. Shifts may vary depending on warehouse package volume and business needs.

Package Handlers will receive a competitive hourly rate and are eligible for an attractive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, vacation, holiday pay, parental leave and tuition assistance after completion of an eligibility period. Flexible schedules are offered at many of our locations and will be discussed during the hiring process.

Individuals who are interested in starting their journey with FedEx Ground must be at least 18 years of age and will be required to watch a virtual job preview before moving forward with the employment application process.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process.
Address: 6833 West 75th Street
City: Bedford Park
State: Illinois
Zip Code: 60638
Domicile Location: FXG-US/USA/P604/Chicago Hub
Additional Location Information: Earn up to $22.50 /hour

*SURGE PAY: Package Handlers will receive a $2.00/hour pay enhancement for hours worked 3:00 AM-10:00AM effective March 21-May 1, 2021.*

*Package handlers will receive $2.00/hour weekend differential for hours worked between Friday at 10pm- Monday at 10am effective March 26,2021-May 3, 2021*

Currently hiring for:

Morning Sort 10am-1pm
Afternoon Sort 2pm-5pm
Evening Sort 6pm-10:30pm
Overnight Sort 10:30pm-3:00am
Early Morning Sort 3:30am-9:00am

***start and end times may vary based on daily volume*

Weekends only available by request.

We operate 7 days per week. You will work up to 5 days per week.

EEO Statement

FedEx Ground is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer (Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans) committed to a diverse workforce

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