Part-Time Yard Switcher & Package Handler

Federal Express Corporation; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a Part-Time Yard Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers in the yard and assist with loading and unloading packages. Responsibilities include coordinating trailer movements, performing inspections, and using scanners to sort packages efficiently.

The role requires a valid driver's license, DOT compliance, and strong teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Evening/afternoon shifts are available, with accommodations for safety and efficiency.

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.
• In addition to the above essential functions, Switchers may also be required to perform Package Handler essential functions as follows: loads and unloads packages onto or from delivery vehicles, trailers, conveyor system carts and load gratings; determines the appropriate conveyor system by scanning packages, reading labels and memorizing information; sorts packages accordingly.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Strong communication and interpersonal

Follow safety instructions

Discerning numbers to sort packages

Tools

Hand-held scanners

Dock carts

Skate wheel rollers

Chutes

Unloading devices

Job description

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a Part-Time Yard Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers in the yard and assist with loading and unloading packages. Responsibilities include coordinating trailer movements, performing inspections, and using scanners to sort packages efficiently.

The role requires a valid driver's license, DOT compliance, and strong teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Evening/afternoon shifts are available, with accommodations for safety and efficiency.