CDL Yard Switcher - Trailers & Load/Unload (Night)

FedEx; Barrington (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx is seeking a yard switcher responsible for moving trailers between yards and doors and assisting with loading/unloading of packages. Role requires safe operations and adherence to yard procedures.

No formal education is required; six months of package handling or switching/CDL experience is preferred. Must hold CDL Class A and a valid driver’s license with a DOT file. Starting wage is $25.30 per hour for night shifts.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a 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

Valid driver's license

CDL Class A

DOT file

Safety awareness

Team player

Communication skills

Tools

Yard Management System

Job description

FedEx is seeking a yard switcher responsible for moving trailers between yards and doors and assisting with loading/unloading of packages. Role requires safe operations and adherence to yard procedures.

No formal education is required; six months of package handling or switching/CDL experience is preferred. Must hold CDL Class A and a valid driver’s license with a DOT file. Starting wage is $25.30 per hour for night shifts.