Yard Switcher: Trailer Moves & Package Handling

FedEx; Irving, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Logistics is hiring for a yard switcher/package handler role in Irving, TX. You will move trailers between yards and doors, assist with loading and unloading parcels, and perform safety inspections. The position requires basic driving credentials and the ability to read labels and numbers to sort packages efficiently.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, communicate with central control, and follow strict safety procedures while handling shipments and operating yard equipment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a 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.
• Utilizes hand-to-surface methods for all package handling and loads/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 two to four hours per shift.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Follow instructions

Numeracy / reading numbers

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes

Unloading devices

Job description

FedEx Logistics is hiring for a yard switcher/package handler role in Irving, TX. You will move trailers between yards and doors, assist with loading and unloading parcels, and perform safety inspections. The position requires basic driving credentials and the ability to read labels and numbers to sort packages efficiently.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, communicate with central control, and follow strict safety procedures while handling shipments and operating yard equipment.