FedEx

Package Handler

May - August 2019 • Troutdale, OR

What I liked

The fact that there were people of every race, size, gender, etc. and everyone was always willing to help each other out. The sense of community was incredible and spirit lifting. I also liked that almost all of the supervisors and higher positions started as Package Handlers so they all knew what it was like to be in our shoes. The whole Hub felt like one team.

What I wish was different

I wish they had payed us our set wage for working extra hours (mandatory Sunday sorts) instead of paying us less.

Advice

Be thankful.

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Package Handler

May - August 2019 • Columbia, SC

What I liked

The number of hours given, and the short but competitive shifts.

What I wish was different

Cooler work environment

Advice

Drink plenty of water, and get lots of rest.

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Package Handler

May - September 2019 • Broomfield, CO

What I liked

it pays well and the work is a work out

What I wish was different

management has a tendency to bully and people get put in danger because of that

Advice

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Package Handler

June - August 2018 • Louisville, KY

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

Hard work and lots of physical labor.

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Package Handler

May - August 2019 • Farmington, NY

What I liked

It was a fast paced job with a consistent schedule.

What I wish was different

There were many days where co-workers would not show up and it would place a great deal of stress on the rest of the team.

Advice

Particularly when it’s very busy, be ready to work with others as a team to get things done efficiently

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Jumper

July - August 2019 • Kingsport, TN

What I liked

I liked how my job was very simple. I had lots of fun with the other employees, they were really friendly.

What I wish was different

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Package Handler

June - August 2019 • Kansas City, MO

What I liked

Good pay for only 4 hours of work a day. Also a workout.

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

It's honest, but hard work.

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Package Handler

May - August 2019 • Auburn Hills, MI

What I liked

My supervisor, the pay, the hours, the actual tasks I had to do

What I wish was different

I wish it was a little less physically strenuous at times

Advice

Make connections with coworkers and customers so you like your job more

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Package Handler

May 2019 • Romeoville, IL

What I liked

Good pay, flexible hours as a student

What I wish was different

More guaranteed hours

Advice

Good for people who don’t mind labor

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Package Handler

May 2018 • Kennesaw, GA

What I liked

The pay is very good

What I wish was different

Started sooner

Advice

Make sure u eat before work because you don’t get a break

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Package Handler

September 2018 - August 2019 • Secaucus, NJ

What I liked

I like the fast-paced environment.

What I wish was different

I wish others had worked as hard as I did.

Advice

Do what you came there to do, enjoy yourself, and go home knowing you did a good day' s work.

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Warehouse Stocker

July - September 2019 • City of Industry, CA

What I liked

I liked how it was more of a team work based job. You depend on others, and others depend on you. There are multiple shifts you can take, you have the option of being full time or part time. There is room to move up, and the supervisors encourage you to apply to move up. Graveyard shifts pay extra than regular daytime shifts. If you want to work just 3 days due to school, you can request it to the manager. It’s a flexible job, but as well tough if you’re not into hard labor. You get raises at least every 6 months which is great. Managers care about you and care about the safety of others. Managers usually have some barbecue or breakfast food once a month. The supervisors make you stretch before your shift. They teach you right away about your position and won’t stop advising you until 3 month probation is over which is great. They want you to excel in your job as it is important for FedEx customers to receive their packages on time.

What I wish was different

I wish they were to have will on call workers. If one person from your team calls off, the job because two times more. That’s what makes it tough. Everything else is fine.

Advice

It really is a hard labor job, you will be lifting from 10-100 pounds of boxes and objects. You will sweat so much, if you have a gym membership cancel it because this will be your new gym.

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Package Handler

October 2017 • Ellenwood, GA

What I liked

Simplicity of the job

What I wish was different

Me coming back in a different position

Advice

Always be on time network, or just be a little open and talk and you will definatley go places

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Assistant manager

June 2018 • Austell, GA

What I liked

I really liked that I had the opportunity to broaden my horizons and find appreciation for my abilities. Even through difficult situations I learned something new and was supported by my co-workers.

What I wish was different

I don’t wish anything was different. I got exactly what I wanted from this experience.

Advice

I suggest that whatever a person sets their mind to do, they should do it with all their strength. I also suggest they seek advice from more experienced co-workers and they should stay humble (ready to listen).

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Package Handler

July - August 2018 • Bedford Park, IL

What I liked

The pay was pretty good. The people there were very nice and genuine.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have worked more hours, but the work was too tiring for multiple shifts.

Advice

Prepare to work hard. At first the job is pretty tiring, you get used to it after about two weeks. There are also many opportunities to move around within the company if you plan on staying at FedEx for a while.

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