Job Details

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 Function - 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 fo...Switcher, Manufacturing, Yard