CDL Switcher Operator – Yard & Trailer Moves

FedEx Group; Edison, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 3,465,000 - 3,602,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation is seeking personnel to move trailers within the yard, connect/disconnect trailers at doors, and perform manual package handling. The role involves following yard-switching procedures, following safety rules, and coordinating with central control for movements.

Starting pay ranges from $25.15 to $26.15 per hour, with full-time day or TWi schedules. A valid CDL‑A and a DOT file are required, and previous switcher or package handler experience is preferred but not

Qualifications

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

CDL Class A

DOT file

Strong communication

Interstate commerce knowledge

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes

Job description

Federal Express Corporation is seeking personnel to move trailers within the yard, connect/disconnect trailers at doors, and perform manual package handling. The role involves following yard-switching procedures, following safety rules, and coordinating with central control for movements.

Starting pay ranges from $25.15 to $26.15 per hour, with full-time day or TWi schedules. A valid CDL‑A and a DOT file are required, and previous switcher or package handler experience is preferred but not