Package Handler

Primary Job Posting Location

Ft. Erie, Ontario Canada

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The Package Handler 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: 10 QUEEN STREET, FT. ERIE, ON L2A 6M4

Workdays: Monday to Friday (Must be available to work all 5 days )

Shift Hours: 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM (Flexibility with start and finish times required based on operational needs) *

Shift Duration: 3-5 hours per day

Hourly Wage : $18.00/hr

Key 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 code

Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. unassisted. Typical package weight ranges from 25-35 lbs.
• Full availability to work Monday through Friday (all five days of the week)
• Must be able to work 25 hours per week
• 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
• No prior warehouse experience required

Compensation And Benefits

• $18.00/hr and automatic progression as per the existing Union Collective Agreement to $35.15 per hour after 48 months of service
• Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per semester (subject to eligibility, program approval, and satisfactory academic performance)
• Paid training
• Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit- Every Friday
• Personal paid days off (Eligibility Requirements)
• 2 weeks of paid vacation after 1 year of service (3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 10 years, 5 weeks after 20 years, and 6 weeks after 25 years)
• Extended Health Care Benefits (Vision, health, life insurance, and dental benefits after one year of service)
• Immediate access to UPS ‘Employee Discounts’
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program (conditions apply)
• Free Onsite Parking
• Opportunity for advancement within a Fortune 50 Company

Expenses/Working Conditions

• Monthly union dues (approximately $52/month)
• A union initiation fee of $50 (will be deducted after completing 90 working days with UPS)
• 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, Preloaders, Sorter, Loader/Unloader, and Shipper/Receiver

UPS is a diverse and equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available, on request, for candidates with disabilities taking part in the recruitment process. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please advise if you require accommodation for a disability.