Seasonal Courier – FedEx – Peterborough, Ontario

This Seasonal Courier position at Federal Express Corporation Canada is based at 2015 Fisher Drive, Peterborough, ON and runs for up to 12 weeks depending on business and operational needs. It is a part-time role with mandatory Saturday and Sunday shifts, and scheduled hours of either 8:30 am–4:30 pm or 10:00 am–5:30 pm.

Day to day, you’ll handle package pick-up and delivery on an assigned route, operate computerized tracking and dispatch systems, and represent FedEx professionally with customers throughout the Peterborough area.

About the Role: Seasonal Courier

The Seasonal Courier is responsible for the safe and efficient delivery and pick-up of packages on an assigned route, checking shipments for conformance to Federal Express Canada features of service and completing all related customer service functions. You’ll also load your van, plan your route, and handle all package documentation accurately.

Beyond driving, you’ll operate computerized tracking and dispatch systems, inform the sales team of leads and market changes, and ensure customers have adequate supplies of FedEx shipping materials. Depending on location and workload, the role may also include aircraft and/or container loading and unloading, sorting, and scanning.

Benefits and Salary

The posting does not state a specific wage or list additional benefits for this position. As a temporary part-time role of up to 12 weeks, candidates are encouraged to confirm compensation details during the application and interview process.

Responsibilities

The Seasonal Courier covers both driving and customer-facing duties. You’ll deliver and pick up packages on an assigned route while keeping shipments, vehicles, and equipment secure and in proper order. Documentation and system accuracy are part of every shift.

• Deliver and pick up packages safely and efficiently on an assigned route, maintaining a professional appearance consistent with company standards
• Select and inspect packages accurately, then report stop counts and missorts
• Load the van and plan the route following Courier Best Practices and operating procedures; secure all FedEx and customer property, including packages, equipment, and vehicles
• Check shipments for conformance to Federal Express Canada features of service, verify labelling, and keep all paperwork neat and accurate
• Operate computerized tracking and dispatch systems, entering correct information at each step
• Answer customer questions about FedEx Canada features of service, including Canada, US, and international requirements, and keep customers informed about company services
• Identify sales leads from current customers and report market changes to the sales department
• Operate the vehicle safely and in compliance with all government regulations and company procedures
• Load, unload, sort, and scan aircraft and/or containers as location and workload require

Requirements / Skills

A full valid Class G licence is the primary requirement for this role; a G2 is not acceptable. A high school diploma or equivalent is the minimum education requirement, and no prior courier experience is needed, though one year of customer service experience is preferred.

• Full valid Class G driver’s licence (required; G2 not acceptable), with two or fewer violations and/or accidents in the 24 months prior to application
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required)
• No prior experience required; customer service experience of 1 year is preferred
• Customer orientation: ability to represent FedEx professionally with customers throughout the route
• Ability to work Saturday and Sunday (mandatory) on either the 8:30 am–4:30 pm or 10:00 am–5:30 pm shift
• PC and Windows environment proficiency sufficient to operate computerized tracking and dispatch systems
• If residing in Quebec, bilingualism in French and English is required

How to Apply

To apply, visit the official FedEx job posting using the link below. Have your resume and a current driver’s abstract ready before submitting, as driving history is reviewed during the selection process.

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