Yard Trailer Switcher & Package Handler

FedEx Group; Texarkana (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a Yard Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers between yards and doors and assist with unloading and sorting packages. You will operate equipment, follow safety procedures, and communicate with management to coordinate movements.

The role requires physical activity, ability to read labels, use hand-held scanners, and work in a fast-paced environment. Training provided; E-Verify participation applies.

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.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Valid driver's license

DOT file

Safety procedures

Team environment

Communication skills

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Chutes and unloading devices

Job description

Federal Express Corporation is seeking a Yard Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers between yards and doors and assist with unloading and sorting packages. You will operate equipment, follow safety procedures, and communicate with management to coordinate movements.

The role requires physical activity, ability to read labels, use hand-held scanners, and work in a fast-paced environment. Training provided; E-Verify participation applies.