PH - Switcher FT-2

FedEx Group; Etiwanda (CA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Group is seeking a Yard Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers in the yard and assist with package handling. The role requires operating yard equipment, performing safety inspections, and coordinating with central control. Candidates should be prepared for physical work and be able to sort and load packages with care.

No prior experience required, though six months in package handling or CDL switching is preferred. A valid driver’s license and DOT file are mandatory.

Qualifications

• No experience required; six (6) months of experience as a package handler or switching/CDL operator preferred.
• Must be able to lift, push and carry packages repeatedly for 2–4 hour shift blocks.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) file.

Responsibilities

• Perform trailer switches by hooking and moving parked trailers between yard and doors.
• Coordinate movements with management/central control.
• Document trailer moves using Yard Management System or switcher cards.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
• Follow yard switching safety processes and perform package handling as needed.
• Load and unload packages onto vehicles, trailers, or carts and sort by hand.
• Estimate which conveyor system to use by reading labels and sort accordingly.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver's license

DOT compliance

Team communication

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 Function

• 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:
• 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

Schedule:

- Day/Sun / Shift TBD.

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.