CDL Yard Switcher: Trailer Movements & Dock Ops

Federal Express Corporation; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Santa Fe Springs, CA is seeking a yard switcher responsible for moving trailers to and from load doors and around the yard. You may also assist with loading and unloading packages by hand in a safe, efficient manner.

Required are a valid driver's license and CDL Class A for interstate operation, plus DOT file maintenance. You will communicate with management, perform inspections, and follow strict safety procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a DOT file.
• CDL Class A 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

• Perform 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

CDL Class A

Driver's license

Safety compliance

Communication

Numerical ability

Job description

Federal Express Corporation in Santa Fe Springs, CA is seeking a yard switcher responsible for moving trailers to and from load doors and around the yard. You may also assist with loading and unloading packages by hand in a safe, efficient manner.

Required are a valid driver's license and CDL Class A for interstate operation, plus DOT file maintenance. You will communicate with management, perform inspections, and follow strict safety procedures in a fast-paced environment.