Part-Time Trailer Switcher & Package Handler

Federal Express Corporation; Fivemile Point (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

FedEx Corporation is seeking a part-time switcher/package handler to move trailers between yards and doors, perform hand-to-surface package handling, and support loading/unloading duties with safety and efficiency. The role includes basic pre/post-trip inspections and accurate data documentation using yard systems.

Applicants should have a valid driver’s license, the ability to sort packages by numbers, and strong communication skills to coordinate with management and team members.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and DOT file.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions regarding work duties and safety.
• Ability to discern numbers and information 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.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Valid driver's license

Safety awareness

Numerical literacy

Tools handling

Communication skills

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes

Job description

FedEx Corporation is seeking a part-time switcher/package handler to move trailers between yards and doors, perform hand-to-surface package handling, and support loading/unloading duties with safety and efficiency. The role includes basic pre/post-trip inspections and accurate data documentation using yard systems.

Applicants should have a valid driver’s license, the ability to sort packages by numbers, and strong communication skills to coordinate with management and team members.