Switcher I

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC is seeking a Switcher I to transport trailers between docks and designated drop locations, ensuring safe and efficient operations. The role may involve forklift operation and bagging out issues identified during inspections.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 1–3 years of experience, and a valid driver’s license. The position requires adaptability to a dynamic warehouse environment and proactive safety practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1 to 3 years of work experience.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Transport full and empty trailers between docks and designated drop parking spaces.
• Inspect trailers for mechanical issues and potential safety hazards.
• Maintain organization of the trailer yard for efficient operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the work area and warehouse.
• Perform pallet building and other tasks as requested by management.
• May perform duties other than switching as assigned.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Adaptability

Reading/writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PIT Certification (Forklift/Pallet Jack/Double Forklift/Switch Tractor)

Job description

Uncap Your Potential at America's Largest Coca-Cola Bottler — Pour Your Passion into Purpose!

We're more than beverages—we're building meaningful careers and vibrant communities. Join our team where your talent meets purpose, and every teammate directly shapes our success.

• Career Growth: Clear pathways to advance and develop your career
• Competitive Benefits: 401(k) match + health coverage + employee stock purchase plan
• Purpose-Driven: Create meaningful impact in the communities you serve
• Professional Development: Dedicated training + personalized mentorship

Join us - your refreshing new chapter starts here!

Job Overview

The Switcher I is responsible for the transport of full and empty trailers between the docks and the designated drop parking locations in the “Trailer Yard” to support the inbound unloading and the outbound loading warehouse operations in a safe, accurate, and efficient manner. This position will perform inspections of the trailers for any discovered issues ofmechanical maintenance needs before moving, tagging out any trailers requiring attention, and communicating any discovered issues to warehouse management and, or fleet maintenance. This position may also occasionally be required to operate a forklift and, or other PIT equipment within the warehouse.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Transport full and empty trailers between the docks and designated drop parking spaces
• Inspect trailers before transporting to identify issues of mechanical maintenance needs and, or potential safety hazards
• Maintain organization of the trailer yard to ensure the efficient and safe transportof trailers
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of work area and warehouse
• Perform other tasks including pallet building as determined and requested by management
• May perform duties other than switching as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Require continuously climbing steps to get in and out of Switcher Tractor
• Ability to read, write, and use a radio
• Ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere while walking and repetitively lifting 30 lbs
• Ability to lift, up to 75 lbs
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment
• Ability to coordinate and organize efficient and dependable warehouse processes
• Ability to adapt to needs of role in different work areas throughout the workday and meet minimum expectations of those different work areas
• Ability to read and interpret instructions from a computer screen
• Attention to detail and ability to differentiate our packages
• Ability to work while exposed to the elements and in a noisy and non-climate controlled (Hot in summer, cold in winter) environment
• Intentional self-starter who takes initiative and proactively seeks out value-add opportunities
• Flexibility in Scheduling is required as work hours are subject to change based on business demands

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge acquired through 1 to up to 3 years of work experience
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) Certification includingPallet Jack, Forklift, Double Forklift, and Switch Tractor.

Noisy and non-temperature-controlled environment (Hot in summer/Cold in winter)

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.