CDL Switcher Operator – Yard & Dock Movements

Federal Express Corporation; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Marietta Hub/P305: Kennesaw GA 30144 is hiring for a yard switcher. The role involves moving trailers between yards and doors, coordinating with control, and documenting movements while ensuring safety and efficiency.

No specific education is required, and six months of related experience is preferred. This is a full-time, on-site position offering opportunities to work in a fast-paced logistics environment.

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 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Valid driver’s license

DOT filing

CDL Class A

Communication

Tools

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes and unloading devices

Skate wheel rollers

Job description

Federal Express Corporation in Marietta Hub/P305: Kennesaw GA 30144 is hiring for a yard switcher. The role involves moving trailers between yards and doors, coordinating with control, and documenting movements while ensuring safety and efficiency.

No specific education is required, and six months of related experience is preferred. This is a full-time, on-site position offering opportunities to work in a fast-paced logistics environment.