Trailer Yard Switcher — Part-Time & Fast-Paced

Federal Express Corporation; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a part-time Switcher/Package Handler in the MEMP Hub (Sunrise Sort) in Memphis, TN. Responsibilities include moving trailers, loading and unloading packages, and maintaining safety protocols in a fast-paced yard environment.

The role requires attention to detail, the ability to read labels and numbers, and basic use of scanners and yard equipment. No formal education required; six months of related experience preferred. Reasonable accommodations available.

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 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.
• 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.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Instruction following

Numerical sorting

Equipment handling

Team communication

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Job description

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a part-time Switcher/Package Handler in the MEMP Hub (Sunrise Sort) in Memphis, TN. Responsibilities include moving trailers, loading and unloading packages, and maintaining safety protocols in a fast-paced yard environment.

The role requires attention to detail, the ability to read labels and numbers, and basic use of scanners and yard equipment. No formal education required; six months of related experience preferred. Reasonable accommodations available.