I applied in-person. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at FedEx (Phoenix, AZ) in Nov 2009
Interview
It took nearly three months to be contacted after initiating application. A mandatory dock tour was needed. This means you show up about five AM and see what the job is really like. It was odd that no work was in progress during the walk-through. Only after the dock tour were applicants eligible for an official application. The application process could only be done at the work site and times were shortened twice. Eventually, a small time slot of two hours was specified for application. There is not much room to put much experience. Interview with HR Representative was informal. Representative brought up work history and noted two positions at once in the past. Job requirements for lifting and timeliness touched upon. Intent of promotion mentioned with no real response. Education and experience do not matter.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
There are no difficult questions for the entry-level Package Handler positions. Questions for any promotional position are also not difficult and found the Senior Terminal Managers do not have needed background that is commensurate in other transportation companies.
The application is online. You have to look for opening, everyone start at the bottom and work their way up. That is very important if you do not want to start at the bottom. After you complete the application and submit your resume, check to see when they are going to have a oreintation and be on time. After that wait for a call back.