Package Handler

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Job Description:

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: 1121 JOHN COUNTER BLVD, KINGSTON, ON K7K 6C7

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

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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