Yard Trailer Switcher & Package Handler

FedEx Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Group in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an entry-level Yard Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers between yards and doors and assist with package handling. The role requires no minimum education and may involve lifting and sorting under safety protocols.

Responsibilities include coordinating trailer movements, inspecting equipment, using scanners, and fulfilling loading/unloading tasks in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a DOT file.
• Ability to understand and follow work duties and safety methods.
• Ability to discern numbers and information 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 or switcher cards.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
• 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 shifts of two to four hours.
• Determines the appropriate conveyor system by scanning packages, reading labels and charts, verifying numbers and memorizing information.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Dock equipment

Hand-held scanners

Carts and chutes

Job description

FedEx Group in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an entry-level Yard Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers between yards and doors and assist with package handling. The role requires no minimum education and may involve lifting and sorting under safety protocols.

Responsibilities include coordinating trailer movements, inspecting equipment, using scanners, and fulfilling loading/unloading tasks in a fast-paced team environment.