Yard Trailer Switcher & Package Handler

FedEx Logistics; Wilson (NC); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Logistics in Wilson, NC seeks a versatile yard switcher/package handler to support trailer movements and package sorting. The role involves loading/unloading, inspecting equipment, and using yard management tools in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications include a valid driver’s license, ability to read numbers for sorting, basic tool use, and strong teamwork. This is a full-time on-site position with five days/week shifts and safety-focused responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a Department of Transportation (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

• 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

Job description

FedEx Logistics in Wilson, NC seeks a versatile yard switcher/package handler to support trailer movements and package sorting. The role involves loading/unloading, inspecting equipment, and using yard management tools in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications include a valid driver’s license, ability to read numbers for sorting, basic tool use, and strong teamwork. This is a full-time on-site position with five days/week shifts and safety-focused responsibilities.