Trailer Yard Switcher & Package Handler

Federal Express Corporation; Pooler (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Pooler, GA is seeking a Yard Switcher/Package Handler responsible for moving trailers, loading and unloading packages, and maintaining safe yard operations. You will switch trailers between yard and doors, coordinate with dispatch, document moves, and perform routine vehicle inspections.

The role requires physical stamina and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. No prior experience is required, although six months in package handling or CDL operations

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.
• Utilizes “hand-to-surface” methods for all package handling.

Skills

Driver's license

DOT compliance

Communication skills

Teamwork

Handheld scanners

Dock carts

Skate wheel rollers

Tools

Handheld scanners

Dock carts

Skate wheel rollers

Chutes

Unloading devices

Job description

Federal Express Corporation in Pooler, GA is seeking a Yard Switcher/Package Handler responsible for moving trailers, loading and unloading packages, and maintaining safe yard operations. You will switch trailers between yard and doors, coordinate with dispatch, document moves, and perform routine vehicle inspections.

The role requires physical stamina and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. No prior experience is required, although six months in package handling or CDL operations