Yard Trailer Switcher & Package Handler

FedEx Corporation; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Corporation is hiring a Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers in the yard and load/unload packages safely. You will operate yard equipment, perform basic inspections, and assist with package handling as needed.

The role requires adherence to safety procedures, effective communication with supervisors, and the ability to work the preload schedule at the Pittsburgh location. No prior experience is required, though six months as a handler or CDL experience is a plus.

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

• Perform 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.
• Utilizes “hand-to-surface” methods for all package handling.
• 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.
• Peforms other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver's license

DOT compliance

Follow safety instructions

Numerical sorting

Package handling equipment

Communication

Team player

Education

None required

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes and unloading devices

Job description

FedEx Corporation is hiring a Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers in the yard and load/unload packages safely. You will operate yard equipment, perform basic inspections, and assist with package handling as needed.

The role requires adherence to safety procedures, effective communication with supervisors, and the ability to work the preload schedule at the Pittsburgh location. No prior experience is required, though six months as a handler or CDL experience is a plus.