Yard Trailer Switcher & Package Handler

Federal Express Corporation; Grayslake (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

E-Verify program

Equal Opportunity Employer

Reasonable accommodations

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation in Grayslake, IL, is hiring for a yard switcher and package handler. You will move trailers, load and unload packages, and operate yard equipment safely in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates must have a valid driver's license and the ability to follow safety procedures; no prior experience required though DOT rules apply. The role offers full-time hours, daytime shifts, and competitive pay.

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.
• Familiarity with basic package handling equipment and safety practices.

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 (where available) or switcher cards.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
• Utilizes hand-to-surface methods for all package handling and sorts packages accordingly.
• Loads and unloads packages onto or from delivery vehicles, trailers, conveyor system carts and load gratings.
• Determines the appropriate conveyor system by scanning packages, reading labels and memorizing information.

Skills

Driver's license

DOT file

Safety procedures

Communication skills

Tools

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Skate wheel rollers

Chutes and unloading devices

Job description

Federal Express Corporation in Grayslake, IL, is hiring for a yard switcher and package handler. You will move trailers, load and unload packages, and operate yard equipment safely in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates must have a valid driver's license and the ability to follow safety procedures; no prior experience required though DOT rules apply. The role offers full-time hours, daytime shifts, and competitive pay.