PH - Switcher FT-4

Federal Express Corporation; Irving, Town of Texas, Odessa (TX, WI, TX); On-site; USD 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a dedicated individual to manage trailer movements and assist with package handling in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include performing trailer switches, loading and unloading packages, and ensuring safety during operations. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and the ability to work well in teams. This role offers competitive pay and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• No formal education required.
• Six months of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform trailer switches and communicate with management.
• Assist as a Package Handler by loading and unloading packages.
• Sort packages by scanning and verifying information.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety Procedures

Tools

Dock Carts

Scanners

Skate Wheel Rollers

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 sorting of packages by hand, including lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, and placing in a safe and efficient manner.

Essential Functions

1. Perform trailer switches, including hooking and moving parked trailers from the yard to a load/unload door and vice versa.
2. Communicate with management and central control to coordinate trailer movements.
3. Document trailer moves using the Yard Management System or switcher cards.
4. Perform pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
5. Follow safety procedures for yard switching.
6. Assist as a Package Handler by utilizing "hand-to-surface" methods for package handling, loading and unloading packages onto/from delivery vehicles, trailers, conveyor systems, carts, and load gratings.
7. Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling packages continuously during shifts of two to four hours.
8. Sort packages by scanning, reading labels, verifying information, and memorizing sorting instructions.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education

None required.

Minimum Experience

No experience required; six months of experience as a package handler or switcher/CDL operator preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Valid driver’s license and maintenance of a Department of Transportation (DOT) file.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Ability to discern numbers and information for accurate package sorting.
• Proficiency with basic tools and equipment such as skate wheel rollers, dock carts, 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 environments with fumes and loud noise.

Preferred Qualifications

Not specified.

Pay Transparency

$20.20 hourly

Additional Details

Outbound

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Contact: [e-mail].

Legal Notices

• Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law
• EEO is the Law Supplement
• Pay Transparency Policy
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

E-Verify Program

Participates in the DHS E-Verify program. For more information, see:

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