Should You Work At AMAZON or FEDEX Warehouse? *From My Experience*

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  • čas přidán 29. 06. 2024
  • Get Your Warehouse Gear Here!
    www.amazon.com/s?k=warehouse+...
    I compare which warehouse job is better, Amazon or FedEx warehouse jobs from my experience working at both of them.
    I will give you a deep breakdown from the positions I've worked as package handler and other positions.
    I'm also giving you my option on how the warehouse environments compare to each other.
    Amazon Jobs....
    www.amazon.jobs/en/
    FedEx Jobs....
    groundwarehousejobs.fedex.com...
    TOPICS:
    00:00 - Intro
    00:45 - Pay
    02:10 - Benefits
    02:36 - Schedule
    04:13 - Time-Off
    07:48 - Work Conditions
    08:32 - No Phone
    09:18 - Culture
    11:15 - Long-term Career
    13:31 - Give Me Your Thoughts
    14:05 - Which Is Better - Final Thoughts
    16:49 - Outro
    #Amazon #FedEx #PandemicProofJobs #FedExPackageHandler #AmazonvsFedEx

Komentáře • 256

  • @jonathanrequena4361
    @jonathanrequena4361 Před 3 lety +4

    Very in depth of both good job unity put in as always well done

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +1

      Appreciate that Johnathan... thanks for watching bro! 👍🏽

  • @ghstbird3338
    @ghstbird3338 Před 3 lety +122

    Another good thing about Amazon is, you can work for 3 months, quit and come back later, work for another 3-6 months, make extra $$$ and quit. ✔️💵

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +16

      I kind of did the same thing! I worked seasonal peak one year, got let go, then came back the next year & got converted to blue badge (at different locations tho). Thanks for sharing 👍

    • @bigg1125
      @bigg1125 Před 2 lety

      Good to know ima leave this hoe i been here 4 months

    • @bigg1125
      @bigg1125 Před 2 lety

      Dude im making 15:50 working at amazon third shift and giving up my weekends

    • @CpTn_QwRk
      @CpTn_QwRk Před 2 lety

      @@bigg1125 what do you mean giving up your weekends? You’re working 7 days?

    • @MarianFrost
      @MarianFrost Před 2 lety

      You can do that at FedEx too

  • @Synoopy2
    @Synoopy2 Před 2 lety +1

    Very good information and analysis of both gigs 👍

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety

      Glad you got value from this video...
      Thanks for watching Barry! 💯👍🏽

  • @woodsoncircle
    @woodsoncircle Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for sharing your experience.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety

      My pleasure.... thanks for watching Kras! 💯👍🏽

  • @howtodoit4204
    @howtodoit4204 Před 2 lety +15

    I just wanna get in shape and earn money in the process. Am tired of this lockdown, never thought staying home was tiring but here I am.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +3

      Lol I feel you! COVID has definitely changed things.
      That's a good idea...
      Get paid while working out.
      Hope it works out for you. 👍🏽

  • @zeusmod8854
    @zeusmod8854 Před 3 lety +8

    This was good content.... Keep them coming!

  • @my1stlove130
    @my1stlove130 Před 3 lety +35

    I love working for Amazon the money is great, just gotta use some brains. Some time I get off work feeling great and energetic after working a 10 hr shift gotta give God that’s for that forreal

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +4

      That's great you feel this way! I wish I had your energy after working my 12 hr shift 🙂

    • @SelfTaughtWeightloss
      @SelfTaughtWeightloss Před rokem

      How long have you worked there?

  • @montana7
    @montana7 Před 2 lety +3

    Good video. Thanks. Ima give Amazon a try.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +1

      Hopefully it works out for you & let us know how it goes.
      Thanks for watching! 👍🏽

  • @Brucee_97
    @Brucee_97 Před 3 lety +3

    Great work 👏

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety

      Appreciate that & thanks for watching Vern 👍🏽

    • @gris-rivera
      @gris-rivera Před 2 lety

      Nice!! I’m trying to do the same thing

  • @lynlinglang2981
    @lynlinglang2981 Před 2 lety +11

    I love that about amazon not have talk about if I want to leave go the app and if you quit u can go back no bs no interview either . Lots of jobs can learn from that

  • @lidiaramirez6932
    @lidiaramirez6932 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Greetings from Mexico thank you for your in sights God bless you

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 8 měsíci

      Hello & thank you for watching all the way from Mexico... Much Apprience! 😁

  • @margaret8114
    @margaret8114 Před 3 lety +39

    I don’t know if it’s good to work in the sorting facility at FedEx, but I really thought working full time as a customer service associate at FedEx was great. I got a promotion after a year and the pay was fine. Also the express delivery people always seemed very happy and their pay was good. However, the ground delivery driver said he didn’t like his route and the pay was not good enough for ground routes. Lift with your knees not your back! 😄

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +2

      True, thanks for sharing Margaret! 🙂👍🏽

    • @teepre23
      @teepre23 Před 2 lety

      I've made that mistake a couple times.😂😪

    • @GerardoMarin-jp6cy
      @GerardoMarin-jp6cy Před 26 dny

      So your Job wasn't any heavy lifting I guess

  • @HumanEncoded
    @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +17

    Which do you prefer, FedEx or Amazon? Let me know your opinion*
    Forgot to Add: FedEx do NOT drug test but Amazon does (oral swab test)..... Hope this help someone 🙂

    • @jrap2452
      @jrap2452 Před 3 lety +6

      My mom works for fedex express and they do urine tests

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +2

      @@jrap2452 oh wow... thanks for sharing this bro 👍🏽

    • @oliviapinkard9650
      @oliviapinkard9650 Před 3 lety +6

      @@jrap2452 I actually currently work in the Fedex warehouse and I’ve never been drug tested but when applying for Amazon you definitely have an oral drug test.. But No Fedex DOES NOT Drug test.. you just have to pass the background check! Hope this clears up any confusion

    • @GeistInTheMachine
      @GeistInTheMachine Před 3 lety +1

      @@jrap2452 Is she a driver? Or another sort of worker? Driver is one thing. Of course they need to be tested.
      A urine test for warehouse workers sounds excessive. But maybe they do that too.

    • @socal8475
      @socal8475 Před 2 lety

      @@oliviapinkard9650 if you did a felony 15 years ago will you fail background check?

  • @sneaknet2001
    @sneaknet2001 Před 2 lety +1

    Good share. Thank you

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +1

      My pleasure... thanks for watching Deana! 🙂👍🏽

  • @bloxian24
    @bloxian24 Před rokem +10

    Fedex doesn’t allow breaks, phones, and is honesty x2 as heavier work than Amazon I worked at both

  • @mujtabaqadiri8383
    @mujtabaqadiri8383 Před 2 lety +7

    I work at a California FedEx ground warehouse and for us as part time is $16 and if we work preload night shift it’s $2 extra and evening shift is $1 extra that’s all I know and I’m not including overtime pay so working 2 shifts full is overtime my shift is 5 hours 12pm-5:30pm the most until 6pm

  • @TheRod187
    @TheRod187 Před 3 lety +4

    I live in Denton Texas. A friend recommended your channel to me

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +1

      That's cool, tell your friend appreciate the referral. I live in the DFW area as well. Hope you enjoyed the content & don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already.... thanks for stopping by TheRod187!

    • @TheRod187
      @TheRod187 Před 3 lety +2

      @@HumanEncoded we are both from fc so I was wondering if I could interview you for my podcast show?

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +1

      @@TheRod187 Hit me up on Facebook bruh Search @Astatemh

  • @davidkang9226
    @davidkang9226 Před 3 lety +3

    thanks for the great vid bro!
    i have a question,
    i just got hired and finished the first two days of training , which was wednesday and thursday ( inbound and outbound) ,
    but my manager did not tell me anything about my schedule and im not sure whats going on!
    do i need to go back on wed, thurs?
    are wed and thurs my set scedule?

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +4

      That's not uncommon. When I started some ppl didn't come to work on the first day after training b/c they didn't know. I would suggest calling your location & asking b/c I would hate for them to count a day against you b/c they really wasn't clear about your schedule 📲☎️

  • @taylorgordon4920
    @taylorgordon4920 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I got my fedex orientation on Tuesday in Brooklyn ny getting paid 18.75 few blocks from my krib in my neighborhood I’m watching your video getting prepared

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 měsíci

      great to hear!
      Hopefully, you got some value from this vid & all is going well on the j.o.b.

  • @TotemoGaijin
    @TotemoGaijin Před 3 lety +30

    I'm working at an Amazon delivery station right now, but considering applying to Fedex, cause Amazon doesn't offer us part time shifts, and I'd like to do two part time jobs over one full time. Working 6 hours at Amazon loading all this crap, then the last 4 hours dragging carts around to load them up for delivery drivers just feels like way too much. I'd prefer the shorter part time shifts at Fedex, and then supplement it with maybe a bit more of a laidback 2nd part time job.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +4

      That's a good plan & I understand how you feel bro.
      Let us know how it turns out. Hope it works for you. 👍🏽

    • @TotemoGaijin
      @TotemoGaijin Před 3 lety +10

      @@HumanEncoded Yeah...I had to ditch Amazon, haha. My left foot was starting to go numb halfway through the shift and both feet were covered in blisters. Don't regret it though, gained some big respect for the people doing that work, and will think twice before ever ordering heavy shit through Amazon again, lol.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +5

      @@TotemoGaijin My feet was hurting before I purchase some better shoes for warehouse work.
      I also have a different level of respect for the ppl working since I started.

    • @TotemoGaijin
      @TotemoGaijin Před 3 lety +1

      @@HumanEncoded Yeah, I actually bought a pair of really well reviewed shoes before starting and they didn't help, lol. I think I've just got crappy feet. On top of a skin condition that complicates things.

    • @shawnymonique452
      @shawnymonique452 Před 2 lety

      Same here ! I definitely understand

  • @aplaceholderbplaceholder9524

    Fedex Express health insurance doesn't kick in until after 90 days. Part time doesn't accumulate vacations. Official career site states $15 an hour but it's $13 when you go complete your application. Managers trys to up the other managers, team leaders does the same.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +1

      Great info Aplaceholder... thanks for sharing! 👍🏽👍🏽

    • @antonthomas3209
      @antonthomas3209 Před 2 lety +2

      How long does Amazon dental benefits kick in ?

  • @jaredyeaboy9139
    @jaredyeaboy9139 Před 3 lety +20

    I would say that it depends on where you are because I have worked for both and the FedEx I was working at was paying $17 hr and $20 on weekends but now it's $22 on weekdays and $25 on weekends

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +4

      Wow! In your case FedEx is the clear winner if pay is your deciding factor. Thanks for giving us this info Jared

    • @teamslurpy7867
      @teamslurpy7867 Před 2 lety +1

      $25 ? Sheesh I’m all in 🙃

    • @tangoingthekitchen
      @tangoingthekitchen Před 2 lety

      where is that? I am moving to you city lol? in my location FedEX is paying $20.50/hr I see it in indeed

    • @hc1616
      @hc1616 Před rokem

      i think i was seeing $21-22 for fedex on the job site i blinked and read it again

  • @lucindagaskill4519
    @lucindagaskill4519 Před 3 lety +12

    There have been rumors that eventually, Amazon is going to buy out both Fedex and UPS.
    The problem with Amazon jobs, is that they're in major cities and hubs.
    The closest Amazon is in Pittsburgh, an hour away from me in my rural area.
    I like the Fedex job that I have in a very small city in Pa.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +4

      I haven't heard about any talks of Amazon acquiring FedEx & UPS.
      It may happen one day tho. If it does I'm sure Amazon would keep mostly all FedEx & UPS locations in small cities open to expand their logistic reach. Just my opinion 🙂

    • @LightningNamine
      @LightningNamine Před 3 lety +4

      @@HumanEncoded I doubt it, because UPS is in the union, and Amazon has been avoiding being in the union. Which many people who are working at Amazon, wants that.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +1

      @@LightningNamine Agreed.... I didn't think about that angle 👍🏽

    • @RDontheway
      @RDontheway Před rokem

      Yes i believe it will happen due to the fact they're already in contract with both so eventually yes they will own that aswell as everything else. Amazon IS A BEAST AND THAT'S A GOOD WAY!!!!

  • @dsb713
    @dsb713 Před rokem +3

    i just applied to fedex ground and was hired 2 days later. now 2 days later i have orientation and training same day...idk man but ay i need the bag. i will help with side income apart from my main job. i dont mind the 4 hour shifts or working extra days. hope for the best

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před rokem

      How's FedEx going for you so far Julio?
      Apologies for late reply

  • @accessdenied3474
    @accessdenied3474 Před 2 lety +9

    Oh man now I’m second guessing myself haha! I just filled out my background check for part time at FedEx, should I try to get a better offer from Amazon while working at FedEx? Or is it not worth it?

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +6

      To me it just depends which one pays the most, available shifts, & how far I have to travel.
      If you think Amazon is better then it wouldn't hurt to apply.
      You can always resign from FedEx so you can be rehired in the future.

  • @Gunna_x
    @Gunna_x Před rokem +3

    I've watched a few of your videos mainly cause I was recently let go from Amazon. I was wronged but wasn't really able to appeal so I steered my focus on FedEx and came across you. When I saw you I was like "oh shii, that Reggie Couz..but with locs" lmfaoo but yeah I start my orientation this Thursday at 6am. Start my actual day of work Saturday makin $19 full time as a package handler.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před rokem

      Man I appreciate you taking time out your day to check out my videos! 💯
      Hate to hear it didn't work out for you at Amazon. Good thing is you can still reapply to Amazon in about 3-12 months (depends on location). I've gotten emails from them stating I'm eligible for rehire.
      How's it going for you at FedEx?
      Oh & No Reggie Couz look-a-like over here my guy! lol 😂

    • @Deano88848
      @Deano88848 Před rokem +1

      Hows fed ex so far ? Im thinking about working there.

    • @Mrplayyoposition
      @Mrplayyoposition Před rokem +1

      I’m currently in your situation due to Attendance points thinking about quitting and goin back I’m working as a flex associate

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před rokem

      @Mrplayyoposition hope it works out for you in whatever decision you make my guy 💯

  • @MrSakan34
    @MrSakan34 Před 2 lety +7

    Working at Amazon for 2 years 3 days 12 hours night shift now trying to get part time at fed ex as a package handler

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +3

      I did the same thing. Hopefully it will work out for you bro. 🤞🏽

  • @camf8372
    @camf8372 Před rokem +3

    I'm working at Amazon part-time Seasonal as sortation associate. I'm not in good shape, 32 with knees of a 50 year old so I figured this would decrease my chances of blowing out my back.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před rokem +1

      lol hopefully they don't work you too hard over there Cam.... wish you much success 👍

  • @JuanMartinez-bm3gl
    @JuanMartinez-bm3gl Před 2 lety +3

    I do masonry work right now, very tough stuff, each bag of cement is 94lbs but I want more money a varying schedule a fast past environment, I know with help of these video I will be hired I'm 19 years old

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +3

      Hey Juan! Yes you can do it b/c a lot of warehouses are really hiring right now.
      With your past work history, warehouse work should be a breeze for you.
      Thanks for watching! 👍🏽

    • @JuanMartinez-bm3gl
      @JuanMartinez-bm3gl Před 2 lety +2

      @@HumanEncoded thankyou that means a lot💯 I'm going to fill out an application for Amazon after I get right with qualifying.

  • @aplaceholderbplaceholder9524

    At fed express they changed the transfer requirements to other positions from 1/2 year to 1 year to 1 1/2 year while I was working there for 14 month.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +1

      Wonder why they extend the transfer requirements like that 🤔

  • @WithoutOnlyMe
    @WithoutOnlyMe Před 2 lety +6

    I know a manager got a PG fired, told him to go turn off a power switch and back on so he did. It messed up the entire pack wall and basically lied on him saying he did not tell him to do that well he lost his job. all on camera but no audio. managers word over an employee

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +3

      Wow that F'd up. Unfortunately they will take the managers word b/c it's easier to replace a PG than a manager.
      That manager was like I'm not about to get fired today! Lol

    • @WithoutOnlyMe
      @WithoutOnlyMe Před 2 lety +5

      @@HumanEncoded right lol but Karna will come to him eventually because how would you like it if you got fired because someone told a lie and now youre on the streets and have bills to pay. He wouldn't like it at all.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +3

      @@WithoutOnlyMe I totally agree... I've been in that position before. Guess he'll have to leave it up to karma like you said. 💯

  • @irock2477
    @irock2477 Před rokem +2

    UPS 💪🏻 UNION STRONG

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před rokem

      UPS in the building! 💪🏾
      They all seem to be a little similar in operation in my opinion.

  • @JayPrinceReacts
    @JayPrinceReacts Před 3 lety +38

    I like Amazon more but FedEx paying me 18 an hour bruh 💀 I couldn’t turn that down

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +11

      lol I feel ya bruh.... If you going to do the same work you might as well find the one that's going to pay the most

    • @broel2801
      @broel2801 Před 3 lety +2

      Fedex Express is way better than ground Express pays 18.68 ground is like the contractor will pay you a figure like 600 a week regardless how full or how empty the truck is and the truck is always full

    • @broel2801
      @broel2801 Před 3 lety +1

      Also fedex over time is better if you work 9 hours in 1 day and only work that 1 day out the week thats one hour over time and the week end since you are paid 18.68 its 27 dollars on any day that you are off

    • @broel2801
      @broel2801 Před 3 lety +1

      Oh one more fedex is mon-fri weekends off

    • @nooktherapper3692
      @nooktherapper3692 Před 3 lety +1

      @@broel2801 I get paid 600 training then once u alone u get 800 a week

  • @amodsinyan.2151
    @amodsinyan.2151 Před rokem +4

    I worked at Amazon for a year at the warehouse not the fulfillment center it was a great experience worked 10 hour shifts for 4 nights starting pay was 15$ but my pay became 18.50$ due to working on weekends became a blue badge in a month and an asc in 6months if your new and out of high school I recommend Amazon cause of the 5000$ pay for classes each semester on them met some nice people at Dmi5 hope my journey with fed ex goes well.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před rokem

      Good advice.... Thanks for sharing your Amazon experience.
      Hopefully things will go well for you at FedEx. 💯

  • @CoizerBeast6697
    @CoizerBeast6697 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Quick question I have training this Monday do I need to bring anything and do you think I can bring my phone in because I don’t have my license yet and my brother has to pick me up after

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 měsíci

      Yes, you can bring your phone. At the most, you will just have to walk through the security scanner.

  • @tokyobacon700
    @tokyobacon700 Před rokem +1

    I've worked at Amazon 3 years and almost 5 months now. I've never worked at FedEx B4 and I am going to orientation in a couple days. Not sure how it's going but now im going to find out.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před rokem

      How did things go at FedEx for you so far Tokyo Bacon?

  • @jahleelsayers-ns3ze
    @jahleelsayers-ns3ze Před 3 lety +1

    I have a question. What are the hours during peak season? I know at ups it was 12-930 or 10. Every year I do a seasonal job and make some extra money and my main job is very flexible. But I can't find the hours for peak season.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety

      The only thing I can suggest is going to the Amazon Jobs website & search Seasonal Warehouse Team Member. This should take you to what's available in your area. I think you will have to apply in order to see what days & hours are available. Hope this helps Jahleelsayers

  • @dodgeballface3663
    @dodgeballface3663 Před 3 lety +30

    I started working at Amazon a month ago. It seems too good to be true. It feels like a trap. I'm still trying to figure out what's the catch. I worked for many warehouses including Pepsi, Raleys, Costco, and Macy's logistics to name a few. Real warehouse men know Amazon is cheesy compared to real warehouse work, but there has to be a catch........🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +17

      Are you saying that the work isn't hard enough? If you have worked there for a month then what you see is what you get.. No catch lol

    • @ColossalSwordFormAndTechnique
      @ColossalSwordFormAndTechnique Před 2 lety +16

      Once you been there a year. They’ll start trying to make you work more, than say you gotta make rate. Ans try to find ways to make you quit or fire you.

    • @jesusgarcia3557
      @jesusgarcia3557 Před 2 lety +7

      @@ColossalSwordFormAndTechnique my coworker been at Amazon for 10 years so Idk what your talking about I been there for 2 years and they haven’t told me nothing I’m at 19$ the hr right now getting my cdl classes payed for to

    • @k.s213
      @k.s213 Před rokem +1

      The catch is you have to work 10 hours full time + another 10 mandatory overtime shifts.
      Other than that, I agree Amazon is easier than FedEx and ups

  • @UserName-rn7wu
    @UserName-rn7wu Před rokem +8

    I worked at FedEx Ground for about 2 years (3 months full time), Amazon for 3 months (full time).
    Pay: Amazon ($17.90 vs $17 full time... though at Amazon I was weekend overnights, FedEx was 1pm-10pm)
    Benefits: FedEx (As a college student, otherwise Amazon)
    Scheduling: FedEx (More flexible. I quit at Amazon because they wouldn't let me change my schedule)
    Time Off: Amazon (The app is great. Personal time is huge. Never called off at Amazon so I'm not entirely sure, but FedEx is chill with it)
    Work Conditions: FedEx (Neither have controlled climates. Amazon's crazy strict with numbers, FedEx is more chill)
    Culture: FedEx (Depends on the building... one FedEx was a terrible vibe while one FedEx was pretty chill. Amazon was a hellhole)
    Overall: FedEx

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před rokem +2

      I like how you broke that down in the different categories.
      I will give the edge to Amazon but I was not a college student when I work at both locations.
      Thanks for taking your time out & commenting bro! 👍💯

  • @rosemarythyme8595
    @rosemarythyme8595 Před rokem +2

    Amazon gave me free health insurance the first day I started my job. That’s a bonus for anybody that needs insurance.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před rokem

      That's great to hear.... Thanks for sharing this information Rosemary! 👍

  • @rosemarythyme8595
    @rosemarythyme8595 Před rokem +1

    Got some good info from this video. Going to my orientation for FedEx today.
    In my area, FedEx and UPS or finally paying more since we got Amazon in our area out of the airport. It’s not a warehouse though. I would not be able to work at an Amazon warehouse, no way!
    The competition is good because they are paying people more. I am just now starting at FedEx and my pay is $17 and I am hired in unlike UPS. UPS pays more but you’re very unlikely to get a job there permanently. I’ll get my insurance within 30 days of working at aFedEx and it’s affordable. UPS gives insurance after a year for free. But you pay Union Fees and the Union doesn’t back its employees in my area.
    But when I speak to my family that lives in Kansas it’s different there for the pay. Also Unions are different depending on what city you live in.
    I did like Amazon because I worked out on the ramp loading and unloading aircraft. But in the winter time because I’ve had broken bones in the past the arthritis killed me. I couldn’t handle it.
    Amazon overall is the best imo and go out of their way to retain employees.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před rokem +1

      Yea I think Amazon has a slight edge on FedEx & now that you mentioned it, UPS b/c of their hiring, pay, & infrastructure.
      I really hope everything works well for you @ FedEx. I've known ppl who worked there for yrs & like it.
      Appreciate you watching the video! 🙂

  • @youmikim798
    @youmikim798 Před 3 lety +9

    I'm a packer for amazon and am receiving 21.75 for packing packages

  • @nizo6673
    @nizo6673 Před 3 lety +4

    I looking for my first job just graduated high school I'm either between FedEx or Amazon both warehouse jobs, someone help me decide please!!!

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +1

      Find out which one pays the most. If both pay the same I would give the edge to Amazon. Just my opinion

  • @GodSentHisBlessings
    @GodSentHisBlessings Před 2 lety +2

    ok so where I live both company's are not far from each other. I've been at amazon for almost 6 months I work at a sortation center. The only reason why I need a second income is because their full time shifts don't fit my needs right now so I was thinking about switching to fed ex and leaving amazon. Except you mentioned that you worked at both so can I really do that ? I thought company's look at who you are currently working for lol. Please inform me because if I can work part time at both for some time until I find the right opportunity to go full time with one of them with a schedule that works for me I would prefer that. I love the amazon site I work at but at this time I need a second job right away I don't want to leave so sudden, they will pay for me to go back to school in January. Fed ex is close to home and its later in that day like I need it to be.

    • @perfectgematriadecodesabc4259
      @perfectgematriadecodesabc4259 Před 2 lety +1

      non you can't you have to quit amazon

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +1

      You don't have to quit Amazon. I've worked at both at the same time.
      Once I got hired I even told them I had another job so I could leave at a certain time. Not sure if I told them what company it was tho.
      These jobs don't care as long as you can work your schedule.
      Around this time of the year they will have mandatory hrs to work so you'll have to figure out how to work around that.
      Hope this helps 🤞🏽

  • @Amatullah.574
    @Amatullah.574 Před 2 lety +4

    Ok what about for the ladies? I don't want to break my back. I don't mind working but I am not a man and not trying to be one. So what's easier for us?

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +3

      There was probably more ladies at the warehouses I've worked than men.
      They have a lot of positions that you don't have to lift heavy packages.
      The main thing to consider is that these jobs require you to do repetitive work. That could tire you out over time.
      Make sure not to accept loading or uploading (dock) positions.

  • @Randomuniverse-qn6cc
    @Randomuniverse-qn6cc Před rokem +4

    Fedex needs to step up in terms of technology they give you headaches when trying to set up direct deposit and the mobile app is complete trash.

  • @uptriverside157
    @uptriverside157 Před 2 lety +2

    How would you describe fedex outbound package handler? Hard? Very hard?

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +3

      Depends on the work load. It's a lot of repetitious labor which can get real busy or slow down throughout the shift.
      Its not hard but physically demanding.

    • @blacklyfe5543
      @blacklyfe5543 Před 2 lety

      Very hard

  • @mujtabaqadiri8383
    @mujtabaqadiri8383 Před 2 lety +6

    I worked Amazon after graduating high school my first warehouse job at 2016 pay was like $13.25-13.50 Amazon is a easier job I was a temp associate easier job then FedEx , at FedEx you pick up heavy boxes up to 75lb at day sort as far as I know where o work and pto after 3 months and they have boxes heavier then that 75lb but at my first no call no show FedEx write up the manager was nice and counted my 2 no call no show and 2 unexcused absence as 1 so that’s a pro

    • @mujtabaqadiri8383
      @mujtabaqadiri8383 Před 2 lety +2

      At both companies they have metal detectors and security guards the time 2016 I worked Amazon they allowed phones not sure now, but FedEx no phones allowed you have to put it in your locker car or leave it at home

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks for sharing your experiences. Hopefully this helps other people when choosing between the two.

  • @rocksuge6983
    @rocksuge6983 Před rokem +3

    Work for FedEx Ground for three years as a package handler outbound and inbound part time located in Wallingford CT And let me tell its the absolute worse and most ghetto place I've ever work for did everything at this place never got promoted...From favoritism, Managers unorganized/rude and never happy to fights breaking out no leadership whatsoever..I start Amazon Delivery Station this week better pay and more hours can't wait

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před rokem +2

      Yea it does sound like your previous job was on the worst end of working with FedEx. lol
      Hope Amazon is 10x better for you when you start Rock Suge. 🤞

  • @looserkid8143
    @looserkid8143 Před rokem +2

    I work at Fedex package handler 16.50 can be hard on the body

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před rokem

      Yes it can. When I started it took my body a minute to adjust to that type of workload & standing for that long.

  • @SlothFields
    @SlothFields Před 3 lety +17

    Amazon hands down

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +3

      Thanks for giving us your feedback Slothboy G! 👍

    • @jayzinlee429
      @jayzinlee429 Před 3 lety +5

      No cap but they hours OD

  • @deejones5678
    @deejones5678 Před 2 lety +4

    I work at amazon and we can take our phones in, I see your video is from last year things have changed..... 🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +1

      That's great to head & yea when I was working there no phones were allowed on the warehouse floor. 📲👍🏽

  • @aplaceholderbplaceholder9524

    Fedex express drug test is non-federal. If you quit on good grounds with them, they will not hire you back if you reapply within 6 month.

  • @tangoingthekitchen
    @tangoingthekitchen Před 2 lety +2

    Are you saying not to work 17 hours a Day? lol , I already have a Full-Time job 8 hours, so you might be wondering why I am watching this? I am looking for a secondary job, so that I can save some money $$$ also are you related to me? I also like to move around and get bored if I am doing the same things for too long. for that my Full-Time job consist in working with kids younger than 5 years old. A few years ago I worked in Amazon, but then a package fell on me and it hurt my shoulder got scared to go back.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety

      lol YES is you can keep from it..... I did for the same reason you are thinking about getting a 2nd job (to earn extra money). I would recommend having to labor intensive jobs though.
      We could be related lol.... I'm sure with working with kids you have developed a short attention span alone with them. 😃

    • @tangoingthekitchen
      @tangoingthekitchen Před 2 lety

      @@HumanEncoded probably lol

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety

      @@tangoingthekitchen 😁

  • @Skullknightjay
    @Skullknightjay Před 2 lety +1

    The whole phone thing, are smart watches allowed?

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety

      At some locations you may be able to.
      At the ones I worked at you couldn't.
      I would check with management to confirm.

  • @gamblingguru2235
    @gamblingguru2235 Před rokem +2

    Fexed started me at $19

  • @almerichendricks5425
    @almerichendricks5425 Před 8 měsíci +1

    about ups

  • @AntoinetteSpruill
    @AntoinetteSpruill Před 6 měsíci +1

    Can you work Amazon warehouse and a third party dsp driver

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 6 měsíci

      Short answer... yes
      B/c they are two different companies even though you are delivering Amazon products.
      Just to be sure, I would make sure the dsp company does not have anything in the contract about that though.

  • @shelbyjohnson4802
    @shelbyjohnson4802 Před 2 lety +1

    Can you listen to music while you work?

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety

      During peak season some work stations would have music playing from a speaker but other than that a individual could not have headphones on listening to music.

  • @bigbaltimore
    @bigbaltimore Před 2 lety

    Did you get in shape from just working at warehouses?

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +1

      Lol naw I've been working out throughout my adult years (off & on). I'm trying to gain some weight to convert it into muscle mass at the moment. 🤞🏽
      Working at these warehouse may help ppl get in shape or stay in shape if the job is physically labor intensive though.
      I didn't work there for the workout, I worked there for the money! 💰 lol

    • @bigbaltimore
      @bigbaltimore Před 2 lety

      @@HumanEncoded Thanks brother. I pray you have a long life and the endurance to keep up the good work. God bless you.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +1

      @@bigbaltimore Man I really appreciate that... Same to you my guy! 💪🏾💯

  • @blacklyfe5543
    @blacklyfe5543 Před 2 lety +3

    Fedex is worse I always get an injury or hurt and its a dangerous job

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +2

      Definitely got to be careful out there.... look out for yourself 1st & foremost 💪

  • @ColossalSwordFormAndTechnique

    One of the reasons I quit. Oh, you’re done? You’ve been assigned to a new work station. Oh, you’re done again? You’ve been assigned to a new work station again. Oh, so you on the top 10 fastest employees? You’ve been assigned to another new work station. Oh, again? This fool don’t know how to chill. Alright. You’ve been assigned to another work station again again. You get it now? The harder you work, being the best of the best. You never get to take a breather. No 1 or 3 minute breaks. Make rate, make rate! Managers don’t give a damn about you.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +3

      This is true.... the managers job is to get the most production out of the workers to complete the task for that shift.
      It's up to the workers to pace themselves & not let them over work you.
      That's just my 2 cents 🙂

    • @AtticTapes14
      @AtticTapes14 Před 2 lety +4

      Amazon or Fed?

  • @qbeosama2470
    @qbeosama2470 Před rokem +1

    I make 20 a hr at fed ex in North Carolina

  • @coolself8626
    @coolself8626 Před 2 lety +1

    Amazon for sure

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +2

      I'm with on that decision.
      I would also say for me, who ever pays the most has a lot to do with my decision as well. 💰😁

  • @dwightphillips7578
    @dwightphillips7578 Před 2 lety +1

    Here in SC they are paying $18.00 he starting off with a hiring bonus

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +1

      Oh cool... Which job FedEx or Amazon paying $18?

    • @dwightphillips7578
      @dwightphillips7578 Před 2 lety +1

      @@HumanEncoded Amazon in Lexington SC

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +1

      @@dwightphillips7578 Ok bet.... Thanks for clearing that up & sharing Dwight 💯

  • @mlcode7
    @mlcode7 Před rokem +1

    Update: FEDEX Arcadia pays 18.25 an hour for part time.

  • @elvistolentino.8047
    @elvistolentino.8047 Před 2 lety +3

    How about UPS? How are they.

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +1

      Not sure about UPS the closes I got to working for them was orientation.
      Hopefully someone on here can help with your question.

    • @moonwalker_818
      @moonwalker_818 Před 2 lety +3

      I quit after two weeks shit was horrible . I couldn’t even bend down my body was messed up I have an interview tomorrow at FedEx pay is better so hopefully that will motivate me .

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +2

      @@moonwalker_818 Thanks for sharing your experience with UPS. 👍🏽
      How is it going with FedEx?

    • @moonwalker_818
      @moonwalker_818 Před 2 lety +2

      @@HumanEncoded they rescheduled my orientation for some reason but I got in at Amazon seasonal part time I start the 14th . Hope it’s not as bad as ups

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +1

      @@moonwalker_818 Hopefully not bro.... keep us posted 👍🏽

  • @jhonrelojo7435
    @jhonrelojo7435 Před 3 lety +15

    Fedex ground is ass

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety

      It can be some b/s.... it's definitely not for everyone lol

    • @Fai_2nice
      @Fai_2nice Před 3 lety +6

      Can’t be as bad as Amazon they work u like a dog

  • @CmdrTigerKing
    @CmdrTigerKing Před 2 lety +1

    I quit listening when the guy said "I don't know much about the insurance I'm not much of a insurance guy" lol....

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety

      Unfortunately I don't & those type of benefits don't dictate if I decide to work those type of jobs since I don't plan on being there long-term.
      I only care about pay & the type of work I'll be doing there.
      Thanks for stopping by anyway bro. 👍🏽

  • @ghostface_3
    @ghostface_3 Před 2 lety +3

    We get 22$ a hr at fedex at my oregon location

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety

      That sounds like good pay. 💰
      Thanks for sharing! 👍🏽

    • @griffingirl91
      @griffingirl91 Před 2 lety

      @Marco Colin That's great! Lucky for you. But what's minimum wage like in Oregon usually lately? ~JG~

    • @jygogaming3550
      @jygogaming3550 Před 2 lety

      Wow

  • @flyykiidx
    @flyykiidx Před 9 měsíci +1

    Worked at both FedEx is the WORST

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 8 měsíci

      I feel you on that.... I think Amazon has a better over environment for potential growth.
      Let's put it this way.... I was never excited about entering any of those warehouses to work. lol 😅

  • @AnthonyP2A
    @AnthonyP2A Před 2 lety +1

    $13 at FedEx?? I get $23/hr here in Ohio!

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety

      Pay has increased nationwide since I started plus it depends where you live in the country that determines starting pay.
      Thanks for informing pay in Ohio bro. 👍🏽

    • @griffingirl91
      @griffingirl91 Před 2 lety +1

      @Anthony M Perez Yeah? That's great. But what's minimum wage there in Ohio usually lately? ~JG~

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety

      @@griffingirl91 good question 🤔

    • @nickrock5482
      @nickrock5482 Před 2 lety +1

      @@HumanEncoded $15

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety

      @@nickrock5482 what city or state is this in?

  • @lg187788
    @lg187788 Před rokem +1

    Answer is simple: none

  • @simplynikki6911
    @simplynikki6911 Před 2 lety +2

    Does FedEx hirer as quick as Amazon?

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety +2

      I think it's pretty even right now b/c these companies are really needing workers.
      When I applied for both, Amazon was prob easier.
      You can apply for both & see which one hires you 1st.

    • @simplynikki6911
      @simplynikki6911 Před 2 lety +1

      @@HumanEncoded thank you for replying!😊

    • @bloxian24
      @bloxian24 Před rokem

      Fedex you apply and can schedule the interview the same day

  • @shaylanewlife
    @shaylanewlife Před rokem +1

    I quitted Amazon on my first day FedEx pays more than Amazon. 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před rokem +1

      Lol I can understand that... Go where the money at then Shayla! 💰💰

  • @rudybrittain634
    @rudybrittain634 Před 2 lety +1

    So neither??

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 lety

      Lol prob Amazon but it depends where you live, how much they pay, & the work environment.
      Overall I think you will have to decide & see how you like it. You can always resign if you don't like it. 🙂👍🏽

  • @Doitgang4Nick
    @Doitgang4Nick Před 2 lety +1

    FedEx ground is horrible highly don’t recommend 🙅🏽‍♂️

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před rokem

      Lol yeap I can see why you would say that. Hopefully you were able to find a job less horrible 🤞🏽

  • @lionelturner9819
    @lionelturner9819 Před 2 měsíci +1

    😂 this guy could have just worked 1 full time job when offer by fedex in that case but worked 2 part-time jobs 😂 how sway

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 2 dny

      Naw... I was working almost 40 (3dys 12hrs) at Amazon & over 40 hrs during peak season. I just worked FedEx for extra money at the time which turned out to be not that much after I started crunching the numbers. smh 😅

  • @JackGeezy85
    @JackGeezy85 Před 3 lety +5

    So it's definitely an oral swab for drug test?

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +3

      Good question JackGeezy.... I forgot to add that info. Amazon does the oral swab drug test for sure

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +1

      @JackGeezy Hope you pass it bro.... Let me know how it goes 👍

    • @th3monk3ygod564
      @th3monk3ygod564 Před 3 lety +2

      @@HumanEncoded does fed ex ground for package handler?

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před 3 lety +1

      @@th3monk3ygod564 If you are asking if FedEx ground have package handler positions, the answer is yes. Let me know if I answered your question Bassed Ginger

    • @ilysiadanielle3076
      @ilysiadanielle3076 Před 3 lety

      @@th3monk3ygod564no they do not drug test package handlers

  • @RDontheway
    @RDontheway Před rokem +1

    Bruh! Did you not sign the paperwork from Amazon about speaking about the work environment etc, etc You are about to get sued!!!! Stop making these videos if i was you. You just telling all the business and I've worked with Amazon and i know the rules.... Just be safe

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před rokem +1

      I can guarantee Amazon will not sue me for any of my videos. I'm not giving any of Amazon trade secrets away. 🤷‍♂lol 🤣

    • @danniecurlett8702
      @danniecurlett8702 Před rokem +1

      @@HumanEncoded I literally read that yesterday 😂 let me get them stock secrets out to the people

    • @HumanEncoded
      @HumanEncoded  Před rokem

      @@danniecurlett8702 lmbo yea I know right! If I knew any secrets about Amazon I wouldn't be posting it on CZcams for free, risking being sue! lol 🤷

    • @danniecurlett8702
      @danniecurlett8702 Před rokem

      @@HumanEncoded to me I don't get it why they asked me that all I'm going to see packages all night