Trailer Yard Switcher & Package Handler — PT Day

FedEx Logistics; Edison, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Logistics in Edison, NJ is seeking a dependable Yard Switcher/Package Handler. You will move trailers between yard, doors, and unloading areas, assist with loading and sorting packages, and follow safety procedures. Strong teamwork and attention to detail are essential.

No prior experience required; a valid driver’s license and DOT file are needed. The role offers wage $22.15–$23.15 per hour with a PT shift around 12pm–5pm and opportunities to grow within a large logistics network.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a Department of Transportation (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.
• No experience required; six (6) months of experience as a package handler or switching/CDL operator experience preferred.

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.
• Loads and unloads packages onto or from delivery vehicles, trailers, conveyor system carts and load gratings.
• Lifts, carries, pushes and pulls packages on a continuous and repetitive basis for approximate shifts of two to four hours.
• Determines the appropriate conveyor system by scanning packages, reading labels and charts, verifying numbers and memorizing information and sorts packages accordingly.
• Peforms other duties as assigned

Skills

Valid driver’s license

DOT file

Safety procedures

Team player

Communication skills

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes

Unloading devices

Job description

FedEx Logistics in Edison, NJ is seeking a dependable Yard Switcher/Package Handler. You will move trailers between yard, doors, and unloading areas, assist with loading and sorting packages, and follow safety procedures. Strong teamwork and attention to detail are essential.

No prior experience required; a valid driver’s license and DOT file are needed. The role offers wage $22.15–$23.15 per hour with a PT shift around 12pm–5pm and opportunities to grow within a large logistics network.