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Job DescriptionSalary: 24.50 - 27.00 JOB SUMMARY The Switcher is responsible for safely moving trailers within the yard and operating material-handling equipment to support efficient warehouse and transportation operations. This position includes the operation of a stand-up forklift in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards to assist with loading, unloading, staging, and movement of freight. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Move trailers between dock doors, yard locations, and staging areas using a yard jockey or hostler truck, • Spot inbound, outbound, and empty trailers at assigned dock doors according to operational schedules, • Operate a stand-up forklift to load, unload, move, and stage freight in compliance with, • Conduct required pre-use inspections of yard trucks, trailers, and forklifts prior to operation, • Follow safe lifting, travel, and always stacking practices while operating powered industrial equipment, • Communicate with warehouse, shipping, and transportation teams regarding trailer placement and freight status, • Verify trailer numbers, seals, and dock assignments for accuracy, • Maintain accurate yard and equipment movement records as required, • Immediately report accidents, near-misses, damage, or unsafe conditions to manager, • Maintain clean, organized, and obstruction-free dock and yard areas, • Comply with all company safety policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs), • Perform additional warehouse or yard duties as assigned, • Compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) as defined under the U.S. DOT. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE • High school diploma or GED preferred, • Valid driver's license (CDL), • Prior experience as a Switcher, Yard Jockey, or Stand-Up Forklift Operator, • Experience in distribution center or logistics environments, • Familiarity with RF scanners or Yard Management Systems (YMS)

Koch - 200 Helen Street - Responsibilities: Switch trailers in shipping and receiving yards; Move trailers in yard to maximize space and maintain organization of the yard; Safely operate, including backing, tractor trailers in confined spaces; Assist team members as needed and perform work with mini

Documents trailer moves using the Yard Management System (where available) or switcher cards. Performs pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment.

FedEx - - Responsibilities: Move and switch trailers between yards and doors; Communicate with management and central control to coordinate trailer movements; Document trailer moves using Yard Management System or switcher cards; Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment; Assist

Documents trailer moves using the Yard Management System (where available) or switcher cards. Performs pre- and post-trip inspections on switcher equipment. In addition to the above essential functions, Switchers may also be required to perform Package Handler essential functions as follows:.

Job Location: Linden, NJ Facility 1-7036 Office Location: Onsite Employment Type: Hourly Job Type: Full Time.Schedule: 12 hr shifts, rotating days/nights.Job Summary: The Unloader is responsible for safely and efficiently operating equipment to inspect, prepare, and transfer products between railcar

We promote about 10% of our warehouse workers each year.

The Unloader is responsible for safely and efficiently operating equipment to inspect, prepare, and transfer products between railcars and facilities in all weather conditions. Unloader / Railcar Switcher - Linden, NJ.

FedEx Group is hiring a Switcher in Edison, NJ to manage trailer movements in the yard and assist with package handling. Responsibilities include hooking trailers, documenting moves, and operating within safety protocols.