Yard Trailer Switcher & Package Handler

FedEx Logistics; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Logistics in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Yard Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers, support loading/unloading, and maintain safe yard operations. You will communicate with central control to coordinate movements and perform pre/post-trip inspections.

No experience required; a valid driver’s license and DOT file are needed. The role includes manual package handling duties and working in a fast-paced team environment with safety as a priority.

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.
• In addition to the above essential functions, Switchers may also be required to perform Package Handler essential functions as follows:
• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Instruction following

Numbers sorting

Tools

Hand-held scanners

Dock carts

Chutes and unloading devices

Skate wheel rollers

Job description

FedEx Logistics in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Yard Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers, support loading/unloading, and maintain safe yard operations. You will communicate with central control to coordinate movements and perform pre/post-trip inspections.

No experience required; a valid driver’s license and DOT file are needed. The role includes manual package handling duties and working in a fast-paced team environment with safety as a priority.