Yard & Trailer Switcher – Part-Time Loader

FedEx Group; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

FedEx Group is seeking a Part-time Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers within the yard and assist with loading and unloading packages. You will perform trailer switches, inspect equipment, and coordinate with control to ensure safe, efficient operations.

The role involves sorting packages by hand, scanning labels, and working in a fast-paced environment. Preload duties are part of this position, with attention to safety and proper lifting techniques.

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.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Driver's license

DOT file

Safety procedures

Package sorting

Handheld scanners

Teamwork

Tools

Skate wheel rollers

Dock carts

Hand-held scanners

Unloading devices

Job description

FedEx Group is seeking a Part-time Switcher/Package Handler to move trailers within the yard and assist with loading and unloading packages. You will perform trailer switches, inspect equipment, and coordinate with control to ensure safe, efficient operations.

The role involves sorting packages by hand, scanning labels, and working in a fast-paced environment. Preload duties are part of this position, with attention to safety and proper lifting techniques.