PH - Switcher PT-3

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, including hooking and moving parked trailers from the yard to load/unload doors or vice versa.
• Communicates with management and/or central control to coordinate trailer movements in the yard.
• Documents trailer moves using the Yard Management System or switcher cards.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.
• Demonstrates effective yard switching safety processes and procedures.
• May perform Package Handler duties, including utilizing “hand-to-surface” methods, loading/unloading packages, and sorting packages using conveyor systems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) file.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions regarding work duties and safety methods.
• Ability to discern numbers and information 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.

Qualifications

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

Job Conditions

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

Pay

$21.20 per hour

Additional Details: T-S Preload