PH - Switcher PT-1

About the role

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.

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
• 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
• 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
• 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

Job Conditions

• May work in hot and cold temperatures
• May work in an environment with fumes
• May work in an area with loud noise

Schedule

Part Time Position. Schedule TBD

Benefits

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