1st Shift - Switcher Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Switcher
Department: Labor
Reports To: Shipping & Logistics Manager
Pay Band: Hourly
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

This position does not supervise or directly manage a team.

The Switcher is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trailers within the facility. Operating in a fast-paced environment, the Switcher moves trailers from dock to dock and provides support to dock and labor teams as needed. This role is critical in maintaining the flow of operations across the facility.

• Safely operate and maneuver 18-wheelers between docks across the facility

• Maintain communication with dock crews, drivers, and other switchers to coordinate trailer movement

• Conduct yard checks and update management as needed

• Operate fuel truck when necessary

• Assist with dock work and labor tasks as directed

• Follow all safety protocols and contribute to a safe working environment

• Perform other duties as assigned by management

• Minimum of 1 year experience operating a switcher truck or OTR trailer

• Valid driver’s license with driving privileges in the applicable state

• Reliable, detail-oriented, and capable of multitasking in a team environment

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

• Primarily an outdoor role, with occasional work in indoor settings for administrative tasks

• Must be able to work in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, dust, and allergens

• Requires frequent standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, and twisting

• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds unassisted

• Occasional work at heights, including on scaffolding

• Ability to operate all necessary equipment and machinery safely and effectively

This job description is intended to convey essential information about the scope of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as assigned, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).