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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 ...

Summary: Switches trailers in/out of docks as requested by the shipping/receiving department per Millwood standard operating procedures. For the full description, please see the posting attachment.

Switcher- Part-Time

Fontana, CA · On-site

$35 - $36/hr

The Switcher safely moves trailers to and from the warehouse dock to yard locations in a timely manner. What We Offer Our Truck Drivers: * PART-TIME * Pay: $35-36/ per hour * Average Weekly: 1,000 to ...

Summary: Switches trailers in/out of docks as requested by the shipping/receiving department per Millwood standard operating procedures. For the full description, please see the posting attachment.

Lead Switcher As a switcher, it will be your responsibility to safely move trailers as needed for loading or unloading of grocery, perishables, and salvage in a timely and efficient manner. Duties ...

The Switcher Driver drives a tractor-trailer on company property backing in trailers to the correct loading dock. This driver never drives on public roads. Qualifications, Knowledge, Education ...

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As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for switcher jobs in the United States is $23.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Part-time

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

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.
Loads and unloads packages onto or from delivery vehicles, trailers, conveyor system carts and load gratings.
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 sorts packages accordingly.
Peforms other duties as assigned


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


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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 recruitmentsupport@fedex.com.

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Employment Type: PART_TIME