Yard Switcher & Package Handler (PT)

FedEx Corporation; California; On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

FedEx Corporation in California seeks a part-time Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers within the yard, hook and reposition trailers at doors, and assist with loading and unloading packages with care. You will follow safety procedures and communicate with control to coordinate movements.

The role includes manual package handling, using equipment like dock carts and handheld scanners. A valid driver's license and DOT awareness are required; the job may involve multiple security and safety

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a DOT file.
• Ability to understand and follow work duties and safety methods.
• Ability to discern numbers and information to sort packages correctly.
• Ability to use basic tools and equipment as listed in the job duties.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to work in a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

• Performs trailer switches defined as hooking and moving a parked trailer from the yard to a load/unload door or 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 or switcher cards.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
• Loads and unloads packages onto or from delivery vehicles, trailers, carts and load gratings.
• Lifts, carries, pushes and pulls packages for shifts of two to four hours.

Skills

Valid driver's license

DOT file maintenance

Safety procedures

Team communication

Package handling

Education

None required

Tools

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes

Skate wheel rollers

Unloading devices

Job description

FedEx Corporation in California seeks a part-time Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers within the yard, hook and reposition trailers at doors, and assist with loading and unloading packages with care. You will follow safety procedures and communicate with control to coordinate movements.

The role includes manual package handling, using equipment like dock carts and handheld scanners. A valid driver's license and DOT awareness are required; the job may involve multiple security and safety