Yard Switcher & Package Handler

Federal Express Corporation; Linthicum Oaks (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 between yards and doors, coordinate with central control, and document movements. You will also perform pre- and post-trip inspections and assist with package handling as needed.

Ideal candidates possess a valid driver’s license, ability to read numbers for sorting, and strong teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Benefits details available upon request.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Valid driver\'s license

DOT file

Instruction following

Sort packages

Basic tools

Strong communication

Team oriented

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes

Unloading devices

Job description

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a yard switcher/package handler to move trailers between yards and doors, coordinate with central control, and document movements. You will also perform pre- and post-trip inspections and assist with package handling as needed.

Ideal candidates possess a valid driver’s license, ability to read numbers for sorting, and strong teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Benefits details available upon request.