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DPDHL

Yard Driver NON DOT

Whiteland, IN · On-site

$22.45/hr

... switch equipment to ensure proper working order. Position: Yard Driver (NON-DOT) Shift: Weekend Fri - Sun 6:00am - 6:00pm Pay: $22.45 PLUS $1.50 Shift Differential In addition to the general below ...

DHL

Yard Driver NON DOT

Whiteland, IN · On-site

$22.45/hr

... switch equipment to ensure proper working order. Position: Yard Driver (NON-DOT) Shift: Weekend Fri - Sun 6:00am - 6:00pm Pay: $22.45 PLUS $1.50 Shift Differential In addition to the general below ...

DPDHL

Yard Driver NON DOT

Whiteland, IN

$22.45/hr

... switch equipment to ensure proper working order. Position: Yard Driver (NON-DOT) Shift: Weekend Fri - Sun 6:00am - 6:00pm Pay: $22.45 PLUS $1.50 Shift Differential In addition to the general below ...

DHL

Yard Driver NON DOT

Columbia City, IN · On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Drives switching equipment, tractors, and straight trucks to transport goods or equipment to and ... Performs daily yard checks. * Properly secures loads, ensuring loads are within local, state and ...

DPDHL

Yard Driver NON DOT

Columbia City, IN · On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Drives switching equipment, tractors, and straight trucks to transport goods or equipment to and ... Performs daily yard checks. * Properly secures loads, ensuring loads are within local, state and ...

DPDHL

Yard Driver NON DOT

Columbia City, IN · On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Drives switching equipment, tractors, and straight trucks to transport goods or equipment to and ... Performs daily yard checks. * Properly secures loads, ensuring loads are within local, state and ...

DHL

Yard Driver NON DOT

Columbia City, IN · On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Drives switching equipment, tractors, and straight trucks to transport goods or equipment to and ... Performs daily yard checks. * Properly secures loads, ensuring loads are within local, state and ...

DPDHL

Yard Driver NON DOT

Columbia City, IN · On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Drives switching equipment, tractors, and straight trucks to transport goods or equipment to and ... Performs daily yard checks. * Properly secures loads, ensuring loads are within local, state and ...

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What is the difference between Weekend Yard Switcher vs Yard Clerk?

AspectWeekend Yard SwitcherYard Clerk
CredentialsHigh school diploma, forklift certification often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent, basic computer skills
Work EnvironmentOutdoor yard, physical labor, equipment operationIndoor office, administrative tasks, data entry
Employer & IndustryRailroads, logistics companies, freight yardsShipping companies, warehouses, distribution centers
Search & Comparison IntentJob duties, certifications, work conditionsAdministrative responsibilities, scheduling, record keeping

The Weekend Yard Switcher primarily handles physical tasks like moving freight and operating equipment in outdoor yard environments, often requiring certifications like forklift operation. In contrast, the Yard Clerk focuses on administrative duties such as record keeping and scheduling within indoor office settings. Both roles are essential in logistics and freight industries but differ significantly in work environment and skill requirements.

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PH - Switcher PT-1

Federal Express Corporation

Indianapolis, IN

Part-time

Re-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


Preferred Qualifications:

Pay Transparency:

Pay:

Additional Details: Sunrise Sort (Early AM Hours)


For details on our comprehensive benefits, click here.


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.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

  • Know Your Rights
  • Pay Transparency
  • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  • Employee Polygraph Protection Act

E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only). Please click below to learn more about the E-Verify program:

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Employment Type: PART_TIME

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