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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.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- 401k with company match
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Responsibilities:
- 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.
Requirements:
- 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.
Plan to attend and meet face-to-face with hiring managers.
Candidates will be considered for this position whether or not you attend the job fair.
Pre-Register online at:
https://catalystcareergroup.com/event/madison-diversity-job-fair-11-2026/
Madison Diversity Job Fair
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Madison Marriott South
706 John Nolen Drive
Madison, WI 53713
All of the companies at our job fairs have open positions they are seeking to fill.
Tips for Success:
- Pre-registerReceive notifications of any updates or changes to the event, and receive information about upcoming events in your area.
- Dress professionallyFirst impressions go a long way.
- Bring multiple copies of your resume.
- Doors open at 10:00 AM and the Job Fair ends at 12:00 PM
- Bring a friendAll job seekers are welcome.
- Prepare a brief but effective “brag” to let the people you meet get to know you.
- Keep an open mindMeet with as many of the companies as you can; you may be pleasantly surprised at what you find.
Remember, the best way to be considered for a position is to meet the hiring managers in person. Plan to attend this event!
(Candidates will be considered for this position whether or not you attend the job fair.)
Pre-Register online at:
https://catalystcareergroup.com/event/madison-diversity-job-fair-11-2026/
