Trailer Yard Switcher & Package Handler

Federal Express Corporation; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers between yards and doors, and to load/unload packages as needed. You will coordinate trailer movements with supervision, document actions, and perform safety inspections of equipment.

The role includes handling packages by hand as required during shifts. The position requires adherence to safety procedures, ability to follow directions, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• No formal education required.
• Six months of package handling or switching/CDL operator experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers between yard and doors (hooking/moving parked trailers).
• Coordinate trailer movements with management/central control.
• Document trailer moves in Yard Management System or similar.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
• Load and unload packages from vehicles, conveyors, carts, and gratings.
• Sort packages by scanning, reading labels, and following sort criteria.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver's license

DOT file

Effective communication

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes/ unloading devices

Job description

Federal Express Corporation in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers between yards and doors, and to load/unload packages as needed. You will coordinate trailer movements with supervision, document actions, and perform safety inspections of equipment.

The role includes handling packages by hand as required during shifts. The position requires adherence to safety procedures, ability to follow directions, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.