Evening Trailer Yard Operator & Package Handler

FedEx Group; Franklin (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a yard switcher/package handler to move trailers in the yard and assist with loading and unloading packages by hand. The role includes performing trailer switches, coordinating with central control, and using yard management systems to document moves.

Responsibilities include pre- and post-trip inspections of equipment, safe handling of packages, and working five days a week in the designated shift. EEO employer with accommodations available upon request.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) file.
• No experience required; six (6) months of experience as a package handler or switching/CDL operator experience preferred.

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.
• Utilizes hand-to-surface methods for all package handling.
• Loads and unloads packages onto or from delivery vehicles, trailers, conveyor system carts and load gratings.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

DOT file

Team player

Package handling

Scanner usage

Dock equipment

Tools

Hand-held scanners

Dock carts

Chutes

Unloading devices

Skate wheel rollers

Job description

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a yard switcher/package handler to move trailers in the yard and assist with loading and unloading packages by hand. The role includes performing trailer switches, coordinating with central control, and using yard management systems to document moves.

Responsibilities include pre- and post-trip inspections of equipment, safe handling of packages, and working five days a week in the designated shift. EEO employer with accommodations available upon request.