Package Handler (Warehouse like)
Job Description
• Utilizes “hand-to-surface” methods for all package handling.
• Loads and unloads packages onto or from delivery vehicles, trailers, pallets, conveyor system carts and load gratings.
• Lifts, carries, pushes and pulls packages on a continuous and repetitive basis for approximate shift of 3-5 hours, with potential of working one or more shifts each day
• Determines the appropriate conveyor system by scanning packages, reading labels and charts, verifying numbers and memorizing information and sorts packages accordingly.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• In addition to the above essential functions, the following PH assignments have additional essential functions as follows:
Additional Package Handler Trainer essential functions:
• Trains new PHs in effective unloading, loading, palletizing, carrying, smalls handling, SWAK, and non-conveyable package handling techniques.
• Provides training to other PHs who are in need of additional instruction on unloading, carrying, loading, palletizing, smalls handling, SWAK, or non-conveyable package handling techniques, as determined by management.
• Provides feedback on proper package handling techniques, as needed.
• Reinforces among peer PHs all dock safety standards.
• Understands and demonstrates by example all necessary processes and procedures.
• Updates managers on conditions during the sort so operation efficiency decisions can be made.
• Assists in the implementation of new package handling procedures and techniques.
• Regularly loads/unloads, palletizes, lifts, carries, pushes and pulls packages while training other PHs.
• Additional Package Handler – Air essential functions:
• Scans each package in the airlift consolidation area; inspects for Hazardous Materials or ORM-D designation.
• Loads packages into unit load device as appropriate.
• Completes “Notification of Restricted Packages Return to Shipper” in SCMS for air-restricted packages.
• Regularly loads/unloads, lifts, carries, pushes and pulls packages.
Minimum Education
None required
Minimum Experience
No experience required
The following specialized assignments have required/preferred PH experience with Federal Express Corporation (FEC) :
• PH Trainer: Six (6) months of experience as a PH with Federal Express Corporation (FEC) preferred.
• PH - Air: Six (6) months of experience as a PH with Federal Express Corporation (FEC) preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• 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.
• PHs operating switching equipment must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) file.
• PH Trainer: Ability to train multiple peer PHs simultaneously.
• PH - Air: Must satisfactorily complete and maintain Federal Express Corporation (FEC) ’s Airlift Consolidation Gateway Training as well as government-regulated and required Indirect Air Carrier (IAC) training. Yearly training recertification is required.
• Job Conditions
• Will need to work in hot and cold temperatures
• Will need to work in an environment with loud noise
• Should be able to lift and carry between 5 and 50 pounds
• Travel should not be required
Pay Range:
Posted on 05/21/2026. Shifts are mandatory 5 days a week, Wednesday to Sunday. Start times are 17:00-22:00 or 14:00-19:00.
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