Full-Time Yard Switcher & Package Handler

Federal Express Corporation; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Memphis, TN is seeking a dependable team member to help move trailers and sort packages in a fast-paced yard environment. The role involves loading/unloading packages, performing routine inspections, and coordinating with yard management to ensure efficient operations.

Responsibilities include handling trailers, sorting by labels, and adhering to safety procedures. No prior experience required, training provided, and opportunities to grow within the logistics team.

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.
• 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.
• Lifts, carries, pushes and pulls packages on a continuous and repetitive basis for approximate shifts of two to four hours.
• Determines the appropriate conveyor system by scanning packages, reading labels and charts, verifying numbers and memorizing information and sorts packages accordingly.
• Peforms other duties as assigned

Skills

Valid driver's license

DOT file

Safety compliance

Package sorting

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Federal Express Corporation in Memphis, TN is seeking a dependable team member to help move trailers and sort packages in a fast-paced yard environment. The role involves loading/unloading packages, performing routine inspections, and coordinating with yard management to ensure efficient operations.

Responsibilities include handling trailers, sorting by labels, and adhering to safety procedures. No prior experience required, training provided, and opportunities to grow within the logistics team.