Yard Trailer Switcher - Move, Load & Sort Packages

Federal Express Corporation; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Texas is seeking a Yard Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers between yards and doors, perform hand loading/unloading, and help sort packages safely.

You will follow DOT safety procedures, complete pre-/post-trip inspections, document moves, and work with a busy team in a fast-paced environment. No education required; six months experience preferred; valid license required; accommodations available.

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 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, conveyors and related equipment.
• Sorts packages by scanning, reading labels, verifying numbers and directing them accordingly.

Skills

Valid driver's license

DOT file

Instruction following

Numeric sorting

Tools & equipment handling

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes

Unloading devices

Job description

Federal Express Corporation in Texas is seeking a Yard Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers between yards and doors, perform hand loading/unloading, and help sort packages safely.

You will follow DOT safety procedures, complete pre-/post-trip inspections, document moves, and work with a busy team in a fast-paced environment. No education required; six months experience preferred; valid license required; accommodations available.