Evening Yard Switcher & Package Handler

Federal Express Corporation; Belleville (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

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.