Evening Yard Switcher & Package Handler

Federal Express Corporation

Belleville (MI)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 36,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

Federal Express Corporation seeks a Yard Switcher/Package Handler in Van Buren, MI to move trailers between yards and doors, load and unload packages, and operate in a fast-paced FedEx environment.

The role requires attention to safety, the ability to read labels and numbers, use scanners and carts, and communicate effectively with management to coordinate movements. Twilight/evening shifts are possible; five days per week on site.

Qualifications

  • Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a DOT file.
  • 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.

Skills

Valid driver's license
DOT file maintenance
Communication skills
Teamwork

Tools

Hand-held scanners
Dock carts
Skate wheel rollers
Chutes & unloading devices

Job description

Federal Express Corporation seeks a Yard Switcher/Package Handler in Van Buren, MI to move trailers between yards and doors, load and unload packages, and operate in a fast-paced FedEx environment.

The role requires attention to safety, the ability to read labels and numbers, use scanners and carts, and communicate effectively with management to coordinate movements. Twilight/evening shifts are possible; five days per week on site.

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