PH - Switcher PT

FedEx; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

FedEx is seeking a part-time Yard Switcher/Package Handler in Reading, PA. You will move trailers between yards and doors, and assist with loading and unloading packages by hand when needed. This role requires basic handling equipment knowledge and a focus on safety.

As part of a fast-paced team, you will coordinate trailer movements, document actions, and perform routine inspections. Outbound afternoon/evening shifts are common; equal opportunity employer; accommodations available.

Qualifications

• No education required.
• Six months experience as a package handler or switching/CDL operator preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a DOT file.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers between yard and doors as needed.
• Coordinate trailer movements with management/central control.
• Document trailer moves using Yard Management System or switcher cards.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
• Sort packages by reading labels, scanning, and using charts.
• Load and unload packages onto vehicles, trailers, or conveyor system carts.
• Operate safety procedures for yard switching and handling equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

DOT file

Follow instructions

Package sorting

Communication skills

Team environment

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 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.
• 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.
• Peforms 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.
• 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.

Job Conditions

• May work in hot and cold temperatures
• May work in an environment with fumes
• May work in an area with loud noise

Additional Details

Part-Time, Schedule: Outbound (Afternoon/Evening), Tuesday-Saturday

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].

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• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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