Yard Switcher & Package Handler

Federal Express Corporation; Arbutus (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a Yard Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers in the yard and assist with loading and unloading packages. The role requires operating yard equipment, performing pre- and post-trip inspections, and coordinating with central control for trailer movements.

The position may involve hand-to-surface handling, scanning, sorting, and periodic heavy lifting. A valid driver's license and DOT file are required, with overtime and fast-paced teamwork integral to

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.

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.
• In addition to the above essential functions, Switchers may also be required to perform Package Handler essential functions as follows:
• 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 awareness

Communication skills

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Tools

Hand-held scanners

Dock carts

Skate wheel rollers

Unloading devices

Job description

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a Yard Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers in the yard and assist with loading and unloading packages. The role requires operating yard equipment, performing pre- and post-trip inspections, and coordinating with central control for trailer movements.

The position may involve hand-to-surface handling, scanning, sorting, and periodic heavy lifting. A valid driver's license and DOT file are required, with overtime and fast-paced teamwork integral to