Switcher II CDL - 1st Shift

Coca-Cola Consolidated; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

401(k) match

Health coverage

Employee stock purchase plan

Purpose-driven

Professional development

Job summary

Coca-Cola Consolidated is seeking a Switcher II-CDL in Charlotte. You will transport trailers, inspect for safety, and keep the trailer yard organized while complying with safety procedures. The role may include forklift/PIT tasks and other duties as assigned by management.

Shift is 1st, 6am–6pm, Friday–Sunday with holidays as needed. Pay range sits at $25.68–$27.65 per hour, experience-based, and includes benefits focused on growth and development within America's largest Coca-Cola bottler.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of work experience.
• CDL-A license required.

Responsibilities

• Transport full and empty trailers between docks, roadways and drop spaces.
• Inspect trailers for mechanical issues and safety hazards.
• Maintain trailer yard organization for safety and efficiency.
• Keep work area clean and safe; assist with pallet building as needed.
• Perform other duties including switching as assigned.

Skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Strong communication

Adaptability

Radio operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL-A

Tools

PIT Certification

Forklift operation

Job description

Locations: Charlotte

Pay Range: $25.68 - $27.65 Hourly, depending on experience

Schedule: 1st Shift, 6am - 6pm, Friday - Sunday, holidays as needed.

Company Culture

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.

Benefits

• 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

Job Overview

The Switcher II-CDL 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 of mechanical 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, public roadways, 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 transport of 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
• CDL-A (Commercial Driver’s Licenses)

Preferred Qualifications

• PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) Certification including Pallet Jack, Forklift, Double Forklift, and Switch Tractor.

Work Environment

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.