Package Handler

CAN Canada; Barrie; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Paid training

Advancement opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

UPS is seeking a Part-Time Package Handler in Barrie, Ontario to join our warehouse team. You will load and unload packages, sort by postal codes and support delivery operations during 5 days of the workweek with 3–5 hour shifts starting at 5:00 PM.

Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs, work Sunday to Thursday, and thrive in a fast-paced, physical environment inside trailers and delivery vehicles. Training and advancement opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. (32kg) without assistance.
• Full availability to work Sunday to Thursday (all five days of the week).
• Must be able to work 25 hours per week legally.
• Ability to read and memorize postal codes.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment.
• Comfortable working inside truck trailers and package delivery vehicles.
• Warehouse experience - Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload packages into package delivery vehicles and trailers
• Learn and properly execute company-established package handling methods
• Sort and stock packages based on postal codes

Skills

Lifting up to 70 lbs

Full availability Sun–Thu

Postal code memorization

Fast-paced environment

Warehouse work

Job description

Job Description:

At UPS we discover how we combine endless opportunities innovation and rewards to create a truly unique career experience. With our unique promote-from-within culture you'll always find exciting new opportunities at every level of the organization. From training and education to growth and empowerment you have the freedom to forge a career path that can take you anywhere you want to go.

Position Summary:

The Package Handler's position is a physical fast-paced and labor-intensive role within a warehouse environment that involves sorting/stocking packages as well as loading and unloading them into and out of UPS package delivery vehicles and trailers.

Job Type:

Part-Time - Permanent

Work Location:

474 Welham Rd, Barrie, ON, L4N 8Z4

Workdays:

Monday to Friday

Shift Start Time:

5:00 PM *start time may vary based on business needs *Shift averages 3-5 hours a day, start times / finish times may vary with operational need. Flexibility required.

Pay rate:

$18.15

APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO WORK UP TO 25 HOURS PER WEEK

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Load and unload packages into package delivery vehicles and trailers
• Learn and properly execute company-established package handling methods
• Sort and stock packages based on postal codes

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. (32kg) without assistance
• Full availability to work Sunday to Thursday (all five days of the week)
• Must be able to work 25 hours per week legally
• Ability to read and memorize postal codes
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment
• Comfortable working inside truck trailers and package delivery vehicles
• Warehouse experience - Preferred

Preferred Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay rate of $18.15
• Automatic pay rate progression as per the existing Union Collective Agreement (top rate: $35.15/hr. after 48 months)
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,000 per semester
• Extended health and dental benefits after one year of service
• 2 weeks of paid vacation after one year of service
• Immediate access to UPS 'Employee Discounts' upon hiring
• Paid training
• Opportunity for advancement within a Fortune 50 Company
• Free onsite parking

Working Conditions:

Exposed to changing temperatures while working in a warehouse environment.

Of Note:

In our industry, this position is also known as Warehouse Worker Warehouse Associate Sorter Loader/Unloader and Shipper/Receiver.

Employee Type:

Permanent

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