Yard Switcher & Package Handler

Federal Express Corporation; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Danville, IL seeks a Switcher to move trailers between yards and doors, coordinating with central control and performing safety inspections. The role includes package handling duties as needed and requires basic tools and scanning equipment proficiency.

The position involves lifting and sorting packages, operating in a fast-paced environment, and adhering to safety protocols. Valid CDL/driver's license and DOT file maintenance are essential.

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.
• Utilizes and applies hand-to-surface methods for all package handling as needed.
• 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 shifts of two to four hours.

Job description

Federal Express Corporation in Danville, IL seeks a Switcher to move trailers between yards and doors, coordinating with central control and performing safety inspections. The role includes package handling duties as needed and requires basic tools and scanning equipment proficiency.

The position involves lifting and sorting packages, operating in a fast-paced environment, and adhering to safety protocols. Valid CDL/driver's license and DOT file maintenance are essential.