Trailer Switcher & Package Handler — Preload Schedule

Federal Express Corporation; Harmon Cove (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation is hiring a Switcher/Package Handler in New Jersey to move trailers in the yard and assist with loading/unloading packages. You will operate yard equipment, perform pre- and post-trip checks, and follow safety procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating trailer movements, documenting actions in the Yard Management System, and sorting packages by hand when required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• In addition to the above essential functions, Switchers may also be required to perform Package Handler essential functions as follows: loads/unloads packages, sorts by label, and handles them manually as needed.

Skills

Driver's license

DOT file

Communication

Teamwork

Numeracy

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes

Unloading devices

Job description

Federal Express Corporation is hiring a Switcher/Package Handler in New Jersey to move trailers in the yard and assist with loading/unloading packages. You will operate yard equipment, perform pre- and post-trip checks, and follow safety procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating trailer movements, documenting actions in the Yard Management System, and sorting packages by hand when required.