Yard Switcher & Package Handler | CDL-Preferred

Jobtome; Clinton (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a Yard Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers between yard and doors and assist with loading and unloading tasks. The role requires basic movements, scanning, and adherence to safety procedures in a fast-paced FedEx environment.

Typical duties include pre/post-trip inspections, using yard management tools, and coordinating with central control to ensure efficient trailer flow. No prior experience required, with potential for six months preferred.

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

• Perform trailer switches by hooking and moving a parked trailer from the yard to a load/unload door or from a door to the yard.
• Communicate with management and/or central control to coordinate trailer movements in the yard.
• Document trailer moves using the Yard Management System or switcher cards.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
• Follow yard switching safety processes and procedures.
• May perform Package Handler functions: load and unload packages onto delivery vehicles, trailers, conveyor carts, and load gratings.
• Sort packages by scanning labels, numbers, and information.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

DOT file

Strong communication

Team environment

Instruction following

Basic tools & equipment

Tools

Hand-held scanners

Dock carts

Chutes and unloading devices

Skate wheel rollers

Job description

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a Yard Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers between yard and doors and assist with loading and unloading tasks. The role requires basic movements, scanning, and adherence to safety procedures in a fast-paced FedEx environment.

Typical duties include pre/post-trip inspections, using yard management tools, and coordinating with central control to ensure efficient trailer flow. No prior experience required, with potential for six months preferred.