CDL Switcher – Part-Time Yard Operator

FedEx Group; Richmond Hill (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Accommodations available

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in the United States, GA region, seeks a part-time yard switcher to move trailers between yards and doors. Responsibilities include coordinating movements, inspecting equipment, and documenting actions.

Must be 21+, CDL-A preferred for interstate duties, with DOT compliance and strong safety awareness. Candidate will operate in a fast-paced yard environment in Richmond Hill, GA, with potential for duties beyond core switching tasks.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) file.
• Commercial Driver’s License (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

Strong communication

Follow instructions

Safety awareness

Attention to numbers

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes

Unloading devices

Job description

Federal Express Corporation in the United States, GA region, seeks a part-time yard switcher to move trailers between yards and doors. Responsibilities include coordinating movements, inspecting equipment, and documenting actions.

Must be 21+, CDL-A preferred for interstate duties, with DOT compliance and strong safety awareness. Candidate will operate in a fast-paced yard environment in Richmond Hill, GA, with potential for duties beyond core switching tasks.