PH - Switcher PT-1

FedEx Group; Rockhill (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Group in Rockhill, Texas seeks a motivated individual for trailer switching responsibilities. Key duties include moving trailers, loading, unloading packages, and following safety procedures. No formal education is required, although six months of experience as a package handler or CDL operator is preferred. The role demands a valid driver's license, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team. The workplace may involve exposure to hot or cold temperatures, noise, and fumes.

Qualifications

• No formal education required.
• Preferred six months of experience as a package handler or CDL operator.
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers to and from unload/load doors and throughout the yard.
• Perform trailer switches and communicate with management regarding movements.
• Document trailer moves and conduct pre- and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to follow safety procedures

Basic tool use

Tools

Hand-held scanners

Dock carts

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

Essential Functions

• Perform 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.
• Communicate with management and/or central control to coordinate trailer movements in the yard.
• Document trailer moves using the Yard Management System (where available) or switcher cards.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
• Understand and demonstrate effective yard switching safety processes and procedures.
• Utilize "hand-to-surface" methods for all package handling.
• Load and unload 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.
• Determine the appropriate conveyor system by scanning packages, reading labels and charts, verifying numbers and memorizing information and sorts packages accordingly.
• Peform 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.
• Can understand and follow instruction regarding work duties and safety methods.
• Can discern numbers and information in order to sort packages correctly.
• Can 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.

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].

Applicable Rights

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

E-Verify Program Participant

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