FT Yard Switcher & Package Handler (Twi/Mid Shift)

FedEx; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Chicago, IL is seeking a Switcher to move trailers and support yard operations, including loading/unloading and package handling. You will coordinate with central control, document moves, and perform safety-inspected pre/post-trip checks.

No experience is required; a CDL is preferred. Pay is $21.15–$23.15 per hour, full-time with Mon-Fri shifts, and opportunities to work with a fast-paced team in a busy yard.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a Department of Transportation (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.
• 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

Driver's license

Communication skills

Teamwork

Numerical discernment

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes and unloading devices

Job description

Federal Express Corporation in Chicago, IL is seeking a Switcher to move trailers and support yard operations, including loading/unloading and package handling. You will coordinate with central control, document moves, and perform safety-inspected pre/post-trip checks.

No experience is required; a CDL is preferred. Pay is $21.15–$23.15 per hour, full-time with Mon-Fri shifts, and opportunities to work with a fast-paced team in a busy yard.