Trailer Yard Switcher & Package Handler

Federal Express Corporation; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in La Grange, IL is seeking a Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers in the yard, load and unload packages, and ensure safety procedures are followed. The role involves coordinating trailer movements, documenting actions, inspecting equipment, and sorting packages with scanners and dock equipment.

No formal education required; six months experience preferred. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and a DOT file.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a DOT file.
• Ability to understand and follow safety instructions.
• Ability to discern numbers 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.

Responsibilities

• Move and switch trailers between yard and doors or from door to yard.
• Coordinate trailer movements with management or central control.
• Document trailer moves using Yard Management System or switcher cards.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
• Follow yard switching safety processes and procedures.
• Load and unload packages onto vehicles and sort by conveyor systems.

Skills

Driver's license

DOT file

Safety procedures

Sorting packages

Hand-held scanners

Dock carts

Skate wheel rollers

Tools

Hand-held scanners

Dock carts

Skate wheel rollers

Chutes and unloading devices

Job description

Federal Express Corporation in La Grange, IL is seeking a Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers in the yard, load and unload packages, and ensure safety procedures are followed. The role involves coordinating trailer movements, documenting actions, inspecting equipment, and sorting packages with scanners and dock equipment.

No formal education required; six months experience preferred. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and a DOT file.