Yard Switcher & Package Handling Specialist

FedEx Group; Overland (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx is seeking a Switcher in Overland, MO to perform trailer switches between yard and doors and to coordinate movements with yard management. The role requires attention to safety, attention to labels, and basic scanning work.

No prior experience is required, though up to six months in package handling or switching/CDL work is preferred. A valid driver’s license and a DOT file are essential, with potential for growth in a fast-paced environment.

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.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
• Understands and demonstrates effective yard switching safety processes and procedures.
• 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.
• Peforms other duties as assigned

Skills

Valid driver's license

DOT file

Strong communication

Team player

Numerical literacy

Tools

Hand-held scanners

Dock carts

Skate wheel rollers

Chutes

Job description

FedEx is seeking a Switcher in Overland, MO to perform trailer switches between yard and doors and to coordinate movements with yard management. The role requires attention to safety, attention to labels, and basic scanning work.

No prior experience is required, though up to six months in package handling or switching/CDL work is preferred. A valid driver’s license and a DOT file are essential, with potential for growth in a fast-paced environment.