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Weekday Container Handler Operator Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

Shift Lead

Trenton, NJ · On-site

$15.92 - $17/hr

A NYC Food Handlers License is required to be considered for this position. • Language Ability ... containers typically weighing 50 pounds or less, without restrictions. May be required to use ...

Warehouse Associate

Bensalem, PA · On-site

$15.25 - $18/hr

As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States, Canada and Australia for ... Material Handlers and Recyclers Essential Job Functions: * Responsible for separating, sorting, and ...

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How much do weekday container handler operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekday container handler operator in Philadelphia, PA is $18.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.01 and $18.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekday Container Handler Operator vs Yard Switcher?

AspectWeekday Container Handler OperatorYard Switcher
CredentialsTypically requires OSHA certification and forklift or crane operation licensesRequires similar certifications, including OSHA and equipment-specific licenses
Work EnvironmentOperates container handling equipment within port terminals or container yards during daytime shiftsOperates yard equipment, often in container yards or terminal areas, during day shifts
Employer & IndustryPort authorities, shipping companies, terminal operatorsPort terminals, shipping lines, logistics companies
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for similar roles in container handling and yard operations

The Weekday Container Handler Operator and Yard Switcher roles both involve operating heavy equipment in port or container yard environments. While their specific duties may differ slightly, both require similar certifications and work in comparable settings. The main difference lies in the equipment operated and specific job functions, but both roles are essential for efficient container movement within port facilities.

Shift Lead

1450 Five Guys, Mercerville

Trenton, NJ • On-site

$15.92 - $17/hr

Part-time

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Station master of both the front and back of house
• Effectively train and mentor Crew Members
• Effectively manages the restaurant, including administration of policies and guidelines of the company, ensuring 100% customer satisfaction at all times
• Maintains fast, accurate service, positive guest relations, and ensuring products are consistent with company quality standards
• Ensures Occupational Safety & Health Act, local health and safety codes, and company safety and security policy are met
• Must maintain an “A” health inspection rating at all times
• Controls day-to-day operations by scheduling labor, ordering food and supplies, and developing the restaurant team
• Assists profit & loss, by following cash control/security procedures, maintaining inventory, managing labor, reviewing financial reports, and taking appropriate actions
• Manage Food and Labor Costs, keeping them to the level specified by management.
• Conducts performance appraisals, takes disciplinary action, motivates and trains
• Ensures maintenance of equipment, facility, and grounds through the use of a preventative maintenance program
• Ensures food quality at all times
• Ensures a safe working and customer experience environment by facilitating safe work behaviors of the team
• Trains to gain the skills and experience necessary for promotion to General Manager
• Performs day-to-day responsibilities such as using cash register, operating the grill, taking customer orders, etc., as needed
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by your supervisor
Qualifications - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience: Successful Candidates/Employees of this position must have a High School Diploma or GED. A college or university degree is preferred. In addition, 1-2 years of supervisory experience in either a food service or retail environment is required with responsibility for restaurant/store profit and loss. Experience in providing customer service and a desire to grow in the food industry is strongly preferred. You must have a very hands on management style and be actively involved in all daily functions of the store.
• Certifications: A NYC Food Handlers License is required to be considered for this position.
• Language Ability: Good communication and interpersonal skills are required. The successful candidate/employee will use communication skills to build an exceptional team, supervise others, give detailed instructions and training, and resolve conflicts. The ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences, and memos is necessary. The position also requires the ability to write simple correspondences and the ability to effectively present information one-on-one, in small group situations and to other employees of the organization as well as customers. It also requires the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business memos, including financial data. This position requires that you are able to proficiently speak, read, and write the English language
• Math Ability: The position requires the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. It also requires basic business math and accounting skills.
• Reasoning Ability: The position requires the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations and people. Strong analytical and decision-making skills are needed.
• Computer Skills: Basic personal computer literacy is required, with proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, and other appropriate software. Must be able to operate cash register.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervises Shift Leaders and Crew Members. Requires strong skills and experience in management, delegation, training, creating a positive work environment, and taking disciplinary action, as needed.
• Physical Demands: The position’s physical demands require work in a restaurant/kitchen environment with moderate to loud noise levels, varying temperature conditions and possible direct exposure to hazardous substances, such as hot oil. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, travel and react quickly to deadlines, sometimes with little notice. The employee is often required to stand for long periods; walk, bend, kneel, and reach with hands boxes or food containers typically weighing 50 pounds or less, without restrictions. May be required to use stepladder. Finger dexterity is required for use of cash register. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to travel as needed.
• Hospitality: Actively look for ways to help customers, provide as much information as requested. Infer possible customer needs, as it may be their first experience at the restaurant. Knowledge of, quality standards of service, store policies regarding customer interaction, assessment of customer needs and customer satisfaction are all necessary.
• Active Listening: Give full attention to what customers are saying, be able to listen to and process the customers’ order without losing track.
• Social Perceptiveness: Be aware of customers’ reactions, both verbal and nonverbal, and understand why they are reacting this way. Understand the boundaries of appropriateness.
• Integrity-must be honest and possess an immense code of ethics as the cashier is the primary receiver in the cash flow.