Yard Switcher: Trailer Moves & Package Handling

Federal Express Corporation; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Columbus, OH, seeks a Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers and sort packages in the yard and at doors, performing trailer switches and inspections while following safety rules.

You will coordinate with management, document moves, and operate dock equipment and handheld scanners in a fast-paced team environment. No extensive experience required; a valid driver’s license and DOT file preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a DOT file.
• Ability to understand and follow safety instructions.
• Ability to discern numbers and information to sort packages correctly.
• Use basic tools and equipment such as skate wheel rollers, dock carts, hand-held scanners, chutes and unloading devices.

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 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.
• May perform Package Handler responsibilities such as loading/unloading packages onto delivery vehicles and sorting them by hand.

Skills

Driver's license

DOT file

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

None required

Tools

Hand-held scanners

Dock carts

Job description

Federal Express Corporation in Columbus, OH, seeks a Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers and sort packages in the yard and at doors, performing trailer switches and inspections while following safety rules.

You will coordinate with management, document moves, and operate dock equipment and handheld scanners in a fast-paced team environment. No extensive experience required; a valid driver’s license and DOT file preferred.