Yard Switcher & Package Handler - Early Morning Shift

Federal Express Corporation; Harmon Cove (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a full-time yard switcher/ package handler in New Jersey. The role involves moving trailers between yards and doors, coordinating with central control, and handling packages.

You will perform inspections, use yard systems, and sort packages safely in a fast-paced environment. Minimum education is none; no experience required, though 6 months in package handling or CDL switching is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: None required.
• No experience required; six (6) months of experience as a package handler or switching/CDL operator experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers to and from yard doors and manage yard movements.
• Coordinate trailer movements with management or central control.
• Document trailer moves using Yard Management System or switcher cards.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
• Follow safety procedures for yard switching.

Skills

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Team communication

Numerical skills

Equipment operation

Tools

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes and unloading devices

Skate wheel rollers

Job description

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a full-time yard switcher/ package handler in New Jersey. The role involves moving trailers between yards and doors, coordinating with central control, and handling packages.

You will perform inspections, use yard systems, and sort packages safely in a fast-paced environment. Minimum education is none; no experience required, though 6 months in package handling or CDL switching is preferred.