PH - Switcher CDL FT-1

FedEx Logistics; Ellenwood (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation is seeking personnel to move trailers in the yard, switchers between doors and yard, and assist with loading/unloading as needed. Candidates should be able to operate in a fast-paced environment, follow safety protocols, and communicate with supervision effectively.

Minimum education is none, with no experience required though six months as a package handler or CDL operator is preferred.

Qualifications

• No formal education required.
• No experience required; six months preferred as package handler or switching/CDL operator.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and maintain a DOT file.
• CDL Class A required to operate in interstate commerce.
• Able to follow work duties and safety instructions precisely.
• Able to read numbers to sort packages correctly.

Responsibilities

• Performs trailer switches by hooking and moving trailers between yard and doors.
• Communicates with management to coordinate yard trailer movements.
• Documents trailer moves using yard management systems or switcher cards.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
• Adheres to yard switching safety processes and procedures.

Skills

CDL Class A

Valid driver’s license

DOT file

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes

Unloading devices

Job description

Responsible for the movement of trailers to and from the unload / load doors and throughout the yard. May also be responsible for the physical loading, unloading and/or sorting of packages by hand, including lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying and placing, in a safe and efficient manner.

Essential Functions

• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Education

None required

Minimum Experience

No experience required; six (6) months of experience as a package handler or switching/CDL operator experience preferred.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) file.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL – Class A) to operate in interstate commerce is required
• Ability to understand and follow instruction regarding work duties and safety methods.
• Ability to discern numbers and information in order to sort packages correctl
• 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.

Job Conditions

• May work in hot and cold temperatures
• May work in an environment with fumes
• May work in an area with loud noise
• Must be at least 21 years of age

Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

• Know Your Rights
• Pay Transparency
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only).

• E-Verify Notice bilingual
• Right to Work Notice English / Spanish