1st Shift Yard Switcher II CDL A
Coca-Cola
Alexandria, Virginia
Posted 6 days ago
1st shift
Qualifications
Education
High school diploma or GED
Required Licenses
- CDL-A (Commercial Driver's License)
Preferred Certifications
- PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) Certification including Pallet Jack, Forklift, Double Forklift, and Switch Tractor.
Responsibilities
Primary Duties
- Transport full and empty trailers between the docks, public roadways, and designated drop parking spaces
- Inspect trailers before transporting to identify issues of mechanical maintenance needs and/or potential safety hazards
- Maintain organization of the trailer yard to ensure the efficient and safe transport of trailers
- Maintain cleanliness and safety of work area and warehouse
- Perform other tasks including pallet building as determined and requested by management
- May perform duties other than switching as assigned
About This Role
The Switcher II-CDL is responsible for the transport of full and empty trailers between the docks and the designated drop parking locations in the 'Trailer Yard' to support the inbound unloading and the outbound loading warehouse operations in a safe, accurate, and efficient manner.
Experience Requirements
Required
1 to up to 3 years of work experience
Benefits & Perks
Benefits Package
- 401(k) match
- health coverage
- employee stock purchase plan
Required Skills
Soft Skills
Ability to read, write, and use a radioAbility to collaborate within a team environmentAttention to detailIntentional self-starter
Full Job Description
1st Shift Yard Switcher II CDL A
Alexandria, VA, US, 22311
Pay Range: $26.60 - $27.60 Hourly, depending on experience
Schedule: 1st shift
Uncap Your Potential at America's Largest Coca-Cola Bottler
Pour Your Passion into Purpose! We're more than beverages—we're building meaningful careers and vibrant communities. Join our team where your talent meets purpose, and every teammate directly shapes our success.
Career Growth: Clear pathways to advance and develop your career
Competitive Benefits: 401(k) match + health coverage + employee stock purchase plan
Purpose-Driven: Create meaningful impact in the communities you serve
Professional Development: Dedicated training + personalized mentorship
Join us - your refreshing new chapter starts here!
Job Overview
The Switcher II-CDL is responsible for the transport of full and empty trailers between the docks and the designated drop parking locations in the "Trailer Yard" to support the inbound unloading and the outbound loading warehouse operations in a safe, accurate, and efficient manner. This position will perform inspections of the trailers for any discovered issues of mechanical maintenance needs before moving, tagging out any trailers requiring attention, and communicating any discovered issues to warehouse management and/or fleet maintenance. This position may also occasionally be required to operate a forklift and/or other PIT equipment within the warehouse.
Duties & Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
Knowledge acquired through 1 to up to 3 years of work experience
CDL-A (Commercial Driver's License)
Preferred Qualifications
PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) Certification including Pallet Jack, Forklift, Double Forklift, and Switch Tractor.
Work Environment
Noisy and non-temperature-controlled environment (Hot in summer/Cold in winter).
Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Alexandria, VA, US, 22311
Pay Range: $26.60 - $27.60 Hourly, depending on experience
Schedule: 1st shift
Uncap Your Potential at America's Largest Coca-Cola Bottler
Pour Your Passion into Purpose! We're more than beverages—we're building meaningful careers and vibrant communities. Join our team where your talent meets purpose, and every teammate directly shapes our success.
Career Growth: Clear pathways to advance and develop your career
Competitive Benefits: 401(k) match + health coverage + employee stock purchase plan
Purpose-Driven: Create meaningful impact in the communities you serve
Professional Development: Dedicated training + personalized mentorship
Join us - your refreshing new chapter starts here!
Job Overview
The Switcher II-CDL is responsible for the transport of full and empty trailers between the docks and the designated drop parking locations in the "Trailer Yard" to support the inbound unloading and the outbound loading warehouse operations in a safe, accurate, and efficient manner. This position will perform inspections of the trailers for any discovered issues of mechanical maintenance needs before moving, tagging out any trailers requiring attention, and communicating any discovered issues to warehouse management and/or fleet maintenance. This position may also occasionally be required to operate a forklift and/or other PIT equipment within the warehouse.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Transport full and empty trailers between the docks, public roadways, and designated drop parking spaces
- Inspect trailers before transporting to identify issues of mechanical maintenance needs and/or potential safety hazards
- Maintain organization of the trailer yard to ensure the efficient and safe transport of trailers
- Maintain cleanliness and safety of work area and warehouse
- Perform other tasks including pallet building as determined and requested by management
- May perform duties other than switching as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Require continuously climbing steps to get in and out of Switcher Tractor
- Ability to read, write, and use a radio
- Ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere while walking and repetitively lifting 30 lbs
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs
- Ability to collaborate within a team environment
- Ability to coordinate and organize efficient and dependable warehouse processes
- Ability to adapt to needs of role in different work areas throughout the workday and meet minimum expectations of those different work areas
- Ability to read and interpret instructions from a computer screen
- Attention to detail and ability to differentiate our packages
- Ability to work while exposed to the elements and in a noisy and non-climate controlled (hot in summer, cold in winter) environment
- Intentional self-starter who takes initiative and proactively seeks out value-add opportunities
- Flexibility in Scheduling is required as work hours are subject to change based on business demands
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
Knowledge acquired through 1 to up to 3 years of work experience
CDL-A (Commercial Driver's License)
Preferred Qualifications
PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) Certification including Pallet Jack, Forklift, Double Forklift, and Switch Tractor.
Work Environment
Noisy and non-temperature-controlled environment (Hot in summer/Cold in winter).
Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Company Culture
Work Environment: Noisy and non-temperature-controlled environment (Hot in summer/Cold in winter).





