PH - Switcher
Job in
Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington, 98417, USA
Listed on 2025-12-01
Listing for:
Federal Express Corporation
Full Time
position Listed on 2025-12-01
Job specializations:
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Transportation
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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- 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.
- May also perform Package Handler essential functions such as hand‑to‑surface package handling, loading and unloading packages onto delivery vehicles or conveyor systems, and continuously lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling packages for 2–4 hours per shift.
- Utilizes “hand‑to‑surface” methods for all package handling.
- 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 sorting packages accordingly.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- None required.
- No experience required; six (6) months of experience as a package handler or switching/CDC operator experience preferred.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). to understand and follow instructions 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.
- May work in hot and cold temperatures.
- May work in an environment with fumes.
- May work in an area with loud noise.
- Preferred qualifications not specified.
Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Vets/Disability. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Additional details and pay transparency information applicable to this position are provided separately. E‑Verify Program Participant:
Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' E‑Verify program.
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