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Salary$23/hr
LocationSanta Fe, NM, US
Work modeon-site
Typepart-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
PostedNov 2, 2026 · 2d ago
Verified live2d ago
Reposted once in the last 6 monthsEarliest listing first seen Oct 28, 2026
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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
Six (6) months of experience as a package handler or switching/CDL operator experience preferred
Skills
Yard Management System
hand-held scanners
About the role
Part Time Preload Switcher
Responsibilities
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 for all package handling.
Requirements
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
Nice to have
Preferred Qualifications: 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.
Pay Transparency: Starting Pay: $23.35
Pay:
Additional Details: Part-Time Preload Switcher
Benefits
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Legal
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 [email protected].
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