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Manufacturing Assembler

Stafford, TX

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

Assemble commercial and industrial HVAC equipment, including packaged units, air handlers ... switches, sensors, and piping assemblies. * Perform copper tube preparation, cutting, bending ...

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Package Handler Switcher information

How to be a package handler switcher at FedEx?

To become a package handler switcher at FedEx, you typically need to apply online through the company's careers website, meet the minimum age requirement, and pass a background check and physical assessment. Prior experience with warehouse or logistics work can be helpful, and the role often requires the ability to lift heavy packages and work in a fast-paced environment.

What are some common challenges faced by package handler switchers, and how can they be managed effectively?

Package Handler Switchers often encounter challenges such as managing tight schedules, coordinating with multiple teams, and working in fast-paced environments. To handle these effectively, it's important to maintain clear communication with team members, follow established safety protocols, and stay organized when moving trailers or packages around the facility. Proactively addressing issues and seeking support from supervisors can also help mitigate stress and ensure smooth operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a package handler switcher?

To excel as a Package Handler Switcher, you generally need physical stamina, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with warehouse management systems, handheld scanners, and sometimes a forklift or switcher truck certification is typically required. Strong teamwork, time management, and communication skills help individuals stand out in this fast-paced environment. These skills are crucial to ensure efficient package flow, workplace safety, and timely logistics operations.

What is the difference between Package Handler Switcher vs Package Handler?

AspectPackage Handler SwitcherPackage Handler
CredentialsMinimal; often requires a high school diplomaMinimal; often requires a high school diploma
Work EnvironmentWarehouse, distribution centers, logistics facilitiesWarehouse, distribution centers, logistics facilities
Employer & IndustryLogistics, shipping, courier companiesLogistics, shipping, courier companies
Job FocusSwitching packages between conveyor belts or trucksLoading, unloading, sorting packages

The main difference between a Package Handler Switcher and a Package Handler is that the Switcher primarily focuses on moving packages between different conveyor systems or trucks, often requiring quick coordination. In contrast, a Package Handler handles the physical loading, unloading, and sorting of packages. Both roles are essential in logistics operations and share similar work environments and minimal credential requirements.

What is a package handler switcher?

Package Handler Switchers are logistics workers responsible for moving, sorting, and transferring packages within a warehouse or distribution center. Their duties often include operating vehicles such as switcher trucks or tugs to move trailers and containers between loading docks and storage areas. They play a key role in ensuring packages are correctly routed and loaded for timely delivery. Package Handler Switchers must follow safety protocols and work efficiently to support overall warehouse operations. The position may also involve some manual lifting and use of scanning equipment.
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Automated Systems Industrial Maintenance II (eFC)

HEB

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New


Job description

Responsibilities

Job Summary: As an Automated Systems Industrial Maintenance Partner, you'll maintain H-E-B facilities and systems in a professional manner to ensure safety, efficiency, and reliability. You'll support our mission to be a world class maintenance management organization using the latest in technology, processes, and procedures.
Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

Maintenance / Troubleshooting / Repair & Replacement / Training:
Buildings & Grounds:

  • Installs / repairs complex water supply lines using glued plastic, compression fittings, soldered copper tubing, or threaded pipe
  • Troubleshoots / repairs / replaces more complex facility equipment (turnstiles, security access gates, truck scales, etc.)
  • Performs skill-level appropriate preventive maintenance (PM) tasks on buildings and grounds equipment
  • Assists other technicians to troubleshoot / repair / replace building and grounds equipment or systems, facility dock doors, roof leaks, concrete damage, gates, etc.

Mechanical:

  • Uses appropriate tools, materials, and methods to perform mechanical tasks safely and efficiently
  • Troubleshoots / repairs / replaces HVAC package units and Chiller system major components
  • Troubleshoots Building Management System components (actuators, sensors, valves, other electrical components)
  • Troubleshoots / repairs / replaces compressor air ends, pumps, gear boxes, and all major components on facility support equipment
  • Troubleshoots / repairs / replaces major components on all facility production equipment (cranes, conveyors, diverters, AS / RS storage and retrieval machines, palletizers, automated stretch wrappers, etc.)
  • Performs PM tasks on major facility systems (stretch wrappers, palletizers, etc.)
  • Perform PM tasks on facility systems such as Chiller Plant Centrifugal Compressors, Condenser Water pumps, Chilled Water pumps, Cooling Tower and Chilled water air handler equipment, etc.
  • Performs skill-level appropriate PM tasks on facility mechanical equipment
  • Assists / trains lower-level techs to troubleshoot and repair dock levelers, restraints, etc.
  • Assists higher-level technicians to install / troubleshoot / repair any facility mechanical equipment or systems

Hydraulics & Pneumatics:

  • Performs pump down, pressure discharge, and isolation procedures to make systems safe prior to maintenance activities
  • Troubleshoots / repairs / replaces major facility equipment components (hydraulic power packs, air compressor systems, battery changers, cranes, elevators, compactors, etc.)
  • Performs PM tasks on compactor units, air compressors, hydraulic or pneumatic driven equipment, battery changing machines, and hydraulic power packs
  • Performs skill-level appropriate PM tasks on hydraulic and pneumatic power systems and facility operating equipment
  • Trains / assists lower-level technicians to troubleshoot / repair less complex equipment components
  • Assists higher-level technicians to troubleshoot / repair more complex hydraulic or pneumatic system failures

Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation:

  • Evaluates systems for proper operation and efficiency using manifold gauges, thermometers, manometers, etc.
  • Uses refrigerant recovery system and manifold gauges when evacuating and charging an HVAC or chiller system
  • Trains / assists lower-level technicians to repair HVAC equipment and Chiller System components
  • Assists higher-level technicians to troubleshoot / repair / install package HVAC or major chiller system components
  • Performs assigned PM tasks on HVAC equipment, Chillers, Chiller plant pumps / motors
  • Performs operational checks on Chiller Plant using HMI / BMS

Fire Suppression Systems:

  • Applies / demonstrates knowledge of pre-action systems and Radionics alarm panels, and associated system components
  • Replaces damaged sprinkler system components (audio / visual devices, pull stations, switching devices, pumps, etc.
  • Performs skill-level appropriate PM tasks on a dry fire suppression system
  • Assists in troubleshooting / repairing issues with fire suppression system, including pump controls, alarm panels, and tamper switches

Electrical / Electronic:

  • Installs new 120-volt and 277-volt circuits to power equipment (wall switches, appliances, light fixtures, small motors, breakers, disconnects, GFI protection, etc.)
  • Identifies / repairs moderately complex electrical problems with production equipment electrical systems (PLC and computer control systems, variable frequency drives, motor controls, etc.)
  • Applies understanding of complex control sequences to identify system failures / problems
  • Troubleshoots / repairs facility power distribution systems (distribution panels, motor control centers, equipment power panels, etc.)
  • Troubleshoots / repairs / assists higher-level technicians on main power systems (main breakers, power transformers, fuses, ground fault systems, phase failure systems, current transformers in 480-volt systems, etc.)
  • Troubleshoots / repairs / replaces lighting fixtures and power supplies
  • Troubleshoots / repairs / replaces components in power distribution panels, motor control centers, and equipment power panels
  • Troubleshoots PLC networks and associated systems and equipment (proximity switches, scales, photo eyes, power supplies, I/O card, etc.
  • Performs skill-level appropriate PM tasks / assists others doing PM tasks on electrical systems
  • Trains / assists lower-level technicians to perform electrical maintenance tasks

Welding:

  • Prepares equipment and materials for welding by cutting, grinding, or heating
  • Properly uses metal working tools (grinders, saws, drills, metal workers, etc.) to repair facility machinery
  • Brazes and cuts metal machinery using an oxygen / acetylene torch
  • Makes complex equipment / facility repairs using electric arc stick, MIG, TIG, plasma or oxygen / acetylene equipment
  • Assists higher-level technicians on more complex repairs or fabrication requiring metal working and welding
  • Trains / assists lower-level technicians on more complex repairs or fabrication that requires metal working and welding

Compliance:

  • Follows standard operating procedures (SOP) related to work order and parts requisitions completion
  • Completes accident and incident reports in compliance with policy


The responsibilities and essential functions outlined above describe the general nature and level of work assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time based on business needs. Employees may be required to perform other job-related tasks as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.
Qualifications & Key Requirements:
Work Experience:

  • 4+ years Experience in mechanical maintenance, electrical maintenance, construction trades, air conditioning maintenance, welding, hydraulic / pneumatic systems, construction trades, or AC maintenance - Required


Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Strong organization and time-management skills - Required
  • Strong written / verbal communication and skills - Required
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and shift focus between tasks; attention to detail - Required
  • Initiative - Required

Education:

  • HS Diploma or GED - Required


Licenses/Certifications:

  • EPA Universal License preferred - Preferred


Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

  • Work while standing, sitting, stooping, walking, bending, with hands over head, and in prone position
  • Climb; work from a ladder and other elevated work platforms (manlift, scissor lift, catwalk, silo)
  • Lift and carry 75 lbs; lift 20lbs or more on an occasional basis
  • Work in extreme temperatures ranging from -20 to 130 degrees


The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Partner encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Last revised: 5/1/2024

Qualifications:UNAVAILABLEEducation:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME