Yard Switcher & Package Handler

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

Job summary

FedEx Corporation is seeking an entry-level Switcher/Package Handler in Linthicum, MD to move trailers between yard and doors and to assist with package handling. The role involves loading/unloading packages, operating scanners, and ensuring safety protocols are followed in a fast-paced environment.

You will perform yard switches, document movements, and participate in pre/post-trip checks while collaborating with management to coordinate operations.

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.
• 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

Strong communication

Teamwork

Numerical sorting ability

Scanner operation

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes

Unloading devices

Job description

FedEx Corporation is seeking an entry-level Switcher/Package Handler in Linthicum, MD to move trailers between yard and doors and to assist with package handling. The role involves loading/unloading packages, operating scanners, and ensuring safety protocols are followed in a fast-paced environment.

You will perform yard switches, document movements, and participate in pre/post-trip checks while collaborating with management to coordinate operations.