Part-Time Yard Switcher – Trailer Moves & Package Handling

FedEx Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay transparency

Job summary

FedEx Corporation in Chicago, IL seeks a PT Yard Switcher to move trailers between yards, doors, and conveyors. You will hand‑sort packages, perform pre/post-trip checks, and operate yard equipment safely in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating movements with central control, documenting trailer activity, and using scoring labels and scanners to sort packages. The role requires a valid CDL/driver’s license and basic tool handling skills.

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.
• 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 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

DOT file

Strong communication

Ability to follow safety procedures

Ability to discern numbers

Education

No education required

Tools

Yard Management System

Hand-held scanners

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Job description

FedEx Corporation in Chicago, IL seeks a PT Yard Switcher to move trailers between yards, doors, and conveyors. You will hand‑sort packages, perform pre/post-trip checks, and operate yard equipment safely in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating movements with central control, documenting trailer activity, and using scoring labels and scanners to sort packages. The role requires a valid CDL/driver’s license and basic tool handling skills.