Warehouse Worker/Cover Driver

United Parcel Service Of America; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

SHIFT YOUR FUTURE

Warehouse Worker/Temporary Cover Driver

SHIFT YOUR TEAM

Who exactly are UPS Warehouse Worker/Temporary Cover Driver?

Well, they work inside as a warehouse worker and when needed, they’re the ones who drive our familiar brown trucks, bringing packages great and small to our customers. They’re a friendly, physically active crew who enjoy being outdoors, fast-paced work, and being behind the wheel!

While functioning as a Temporary Cover Driver you will be required to:

• Work 8 – 10 hours each day (Monday through Friday) or (Tuesday – Saturday)
• Have excellent customer contact and driving skills

While functioning as a Warehouse Worker you will:

• Typically work 3 ½ - 5 hours each day (Monday through Friday) or (Tuesday-Saturday)
• Be required to work your assigned shift (based on operational needs)

SHIFT YOUR BENEFITS

What's in it for you?

• Excellent weekly pay
• Growth opportunities
• 401(k)
• Defined-benefit pension plan
• Medical, dental, and vision after waiting period
  • $0 healthcare premium
• Paid vacation
• Paid Sick and Family and Medical Leave time as required by law
• Education Assistance Program
• Paid holidays
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program

*UPS full-time small package delivery drivers receive an average total compensation package of $145,000 per year. That includes $0 healthcare premiums, up to seven weeks of paid vacation, plus paid time off for holidays, sick leave, and option days. UPS also makes contributions to a defined-benefit pension plan for each employee.

SHIFT YOUR SKILLS

So, what does it take to make it through a busy shift either loading/unloading boxes or delivering boxes of all shapes and sizes to homes and businesses in your community and beyond? Here are some examples:

• The ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Stamina – this is a workout like no other!
• Valid driver’s license—no CDL required (Type varies by State)
• Pass the DOT physical
• Excellent customer contact and driving skills
• Legal right to work in the U.S.
• Package Delivery Drivers are expected to comply with UPS appearance guidelines and wear the company-provided uniform

SHIFT YOUR PURPOSE

So, what is UPS all about? Well, you’re probably already familiar with us – we’re the brown trucks delivering everything from diapers and dish towels to holiday gifts, college care packages and life-saving medicines.

But we’re more than that. We’re also hardworking, efficient package handlers and friendly, focused drivers. We’re professionals working in finance, IT, engineering, marketing, and more. We are building our business ethically, safely, sustainably, and in an environmentally conscientious way. And we are here to deliver what truly matters—to customers, communities, colleagues, the world, and you and your career. Come work for an award-winning company. Make the Shift to UPS.

This job posting includes information about the minimum qualifications (including the UPS Uniform and Personal Appearance Guidelines), locations, shifts, and operations within the locations which may consider my application. An applicant or employee may request an exception or change to, or an accommodation of, any condition of employment (including the UPS Uniform and Personal Appearance Guidelines) because of a sincerely held religious belief or practice.

The base pay for this position is $21.00/hour

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.