Yard Switcher & Package Handler - Full Time

FedEx Group; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Group in Irving, TX is looking for a Switcher/Package Handler who will move trailers between yards and doors, assist with loading and unloading packages, and perform sorting by hand in a safe, efficient manner. Responsibilities include coordinating trailer movements with management, documenting moves, performing pre- and post-trip inspections, and handling packages with the appropriate equipment.

No experience required, but a valid driver's license and ability to follow safety procedures

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a Department of Transportation (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.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
• Understands and demonstrates effective yard switching safety processes and procedures.
• 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.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

DOT compliance

Follow instructions

Numerical sorting

Use basic tools & equipment

Teamwork & communication

Job description

FedEx Group in Irving, TX is looking for a Switcher/Package Handler who will move trailers between yards and doors, assist with loading and unloading packages, and perform sorting by hand in a safe, efficient manner. Responsibilities include coordinating trailer movements with management, documenting moves, performing pre- and post-trip inspections, and handling packages with the appropriate equipment.

No experience required, but a valid driver's license and ability to follow safety procedures