CDL-A Yard Switcher — Move Trailers & Manage Dock Ops

Federal Express Corporation; Arbutus (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a yard switcher responsible for moving trailers to and from doors and throughout the yard, including manual handling as needed. The role requires a CDL Class A and a valid driver’s license, with DOT compliance and safety as priorities.

The position works in a fast-paced environment in Maryland, paying $24.70 to $25.70 per hour, with opportunities to coordinate trailer movements and perform inspections and yard operations.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a DOT file.
• CDL Class A to operate in interstate commerce is required.
• Ability to understand and follow instruction regarding work duties and safety methods.
• Ability to discern numbers 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs trailer switches defined as hooking and moving a parked trailer from the yard to a load/unload door or from a door to the yard.
• Communicates with management to coordinate trailer movements in the yard.
• Documents trailer moves using the Yard Management System or switcher cards.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
• Follows yard switching safety processes and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL Class A

Driver's license

Communication

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Numerical sorting

Yard operations

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes

Unloading devices

Job description

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a yard switcher responsible for moving trailers to and from doors and throughout the yard, including manual handling as needed. The role requires a CDL Class A and a valid driver’s license, with DOT compliance and safety as priorities.

The position works in a fast-paced environment in Maryland, paying $24.70 to $25.70 per hour, with opportunities to coordinate trailer movements and perform inspections and yard operations.