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PH - Switcher CDL PT
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What they do
A Yard Truck Driver drives trucks within a specific, small environment such as a factory yard or a rail yard. Often requires more experience due to tight spaces. May require forklift experience.
$33,525 / year median in New Jersey
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Req ID:
P25-365340-2 PH
-Switcher CDL PT Company:
Federal Express Corporation Category:
Package Handler Employment Type:
Part Time Worker Sub-Type:
Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours:
Posting End Date:
Remote:
No Location:
5 Commerce Drive, Barrington, NJ 08007, United States Apply Share Job Description 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.
- Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Education None required Minimum Experience No experience required; six (6) months of experience as a package handler or switching/CDL operator experience preferred. Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) file.
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL - Class A) to operate in interstate commerce is required
- Ability to understand and follow instruction regarding work duties and safety methods.
- Ability to discern numbers and information in order to sort packages correctl
- 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. Job Conditions
- May work in hot and cold temperatures
- May work in an environment with fumes
- May work in an area with loud noise
- Must be at least 21 years of age