Part-Time Yard Switcher & Package Handler

Federal Express Corporation; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a yard switcher/package handler in Santa Fe Springs, CA. The role involves moving trailers between yards and doors, plus manual lifting, loading, and sorting of packages with safety in mind.

You will switch trailers, coordinate with control, and document moves using system tools. Some shifts include package handling duties with moderate physical effort in a fast-paced environment.

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.

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.

Skills

Valid driver's license

DOT file

Safety procedures

Team player

Communication skills

Tools

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Skate wheel rollers

Unloading devices

Job description

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a yard switcher/package handler in Santa Fe Springs, CA. The role involves moving trailers between yards and doors, plus manual lifting, loading, and sorting of packages with safety in mind.

You will switch trailers, coordinate with control, and document moves using system tools. Some shifts include package handling duties with moderate physical effort in a fast-paced environment.