CDL Switcher: Trailer Movements & Yard Operations

Federal Express Corporation; Sky Lake (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a yard handler responsible for the movement of trailers to and from unload/load doors and throughout the yard. May also be responsible for the physical loading, unloading and sorting of packages by hand, including lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying and placing, in a safe and efficient manner.

Key duties include trailer switching, coordinating trailer movements with management, documenting moves with the Yard Management System or switcher cards, and

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a Department of Transportation (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

CDL Class A

Follow instructions

Communication

Safety minded

Tools

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Skate wheel rollers

Job description

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a yard handler responsible for the movement of trailers to and from unload/load doors and throughout the yard. May also be responsible for the physical loading, unloading and sorting of packages by hand, including lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying and placing, in a safe and efficient manner.

Key duties include trailer switching, coordinating trailer movements with management, documenting moves with the Yard Management System or switcher cards, and