Yard Switcher & Package Handler — Early AM Shift

FedEx Logistics; East Brunswick Township, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Logistics is seeking a dependable Package Handler/Switcher to move trailers between yards and doors at the East Brunswick, NJ facility. You will also load/unload and sort packages by hand, following safety procedures and DOT requirements.

The role requires basic physical stamina, ability to operate yard equipment, scanners, and conveyer components. Training provided; daytime shifts with potential for overtime in a fast-paced environment.

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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

DOT file

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Ability to read numbers

Tools

Hand-held scanners

Dock carts

Skate wheel rollers

Chutes

Unloading devices

Job description

FedEx Logistics is seeking a dependable Package Handler/Switcher to move trailers between yards and doors at the East Brunswick, NJ facility. You will also load/unload and sort packages by hand, following safety procedures and DOT requirements.

The role requires basic physical stamina, ability to operate yard equipment, scanners, and conveyer components. Training provided; daytime shifts with potential for overtime in a fast-paced environment.