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Package Handler- Switcher PT
Package Handler- Switcher PT-March 2024
Carol Stream
Mar 28, 2026
About Package Handler- Switcher PT

  Job Summary

  Responsible for the movement of trailers to and from the unload / load doors and throughout the yard. May also be responsible for the physical loading, unloading and/or sorting of packages by hand, including lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying and placing, in a safe and efficient manner.

  Essential Functions

  • 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.

  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.

  Minimum Education

  None

  Minimum Experience

  No experience required; six (6) months of experience as a package handler or switching/CDL operator experience preferred.

  Required Skills, Abilities and / or Licensure

  •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.

  Other Job Description Information

  Up to $22.65/hr. (1) Part Time Switcher position available on the Early AM Preload sort. Schedule days and hours will be Sunday - Thursday from 3:00a.m. to 8: 00am.

  $1/hr. more Weekend Differential for hours worked Friday 10:00p.m. to Monday 10:00a.m. until May 27, 2024.

  Hours are not a guarantee and are subject to change based on business needs.

  Address: 205 Della Court

  City: Carol Stream

  State: Illinois

  Zip Code: 60188

  Domicile Location: FXG-US/USA/P601/Carol Stream Colocation

  Auto req ID: 412442BR

  Position Type: Part time

  Employee Type: Non-Exempt

  EEO Statement

  FedEx Ground is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer (Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans) committed to a diverse workforce

  Search Engine Description: Supply Chain & Logistics

  Transportation Services

  Warehouse & Distribution

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