Yard Trailer Switcher & Package Handler

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

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Decatur, IL is seeking a Yard/Switcher to move trailers and assist with package handling. You will hook and move trailers from yards to doors, coordinate with control, and document moves using available systems.

Responsibilities include pre/post-trip inspections, safety process adherence, and assisting with loading/unloading packages in a fast-paced environment. The role requires attention to detail and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) file.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Valid driver's license

DOT compliance

Strong communication

Team player

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes

Unloading devices

Job description

Federal Express Corporation in Decatur, IL is seeking a Yard/Switcher to move trailers and assist with package handling. You will hook and move trailers from yards to doors, coordinate with control, and document moves using available systems.

Responsibilities include pre/post-trip inspections, safety process adherence, and assisting with loading/unloading packages in a fast-paced environment. The role requires attention to detail and teamwork.