PT Driver Part-time Job

The Package Delivery Driver position is a physical fast-paced outdoor position that involves continual lifting lowering and carrying packages that typically weigh 25 - 35 lbs. and may weigh up to 70 lbs. Package Delivery Drivers must have excellent customer contact and driving skills. Some UPS facilities may require the ability to drive a delivery vehicle with a standard (manual) transmission. Qualified applicants must have a valid driver’s G or higher license issued in the province of Ontario. Package Delivery Drivers are expected to comply with UPS appearance guidelines and wear the company-provided uniform.

Job Type: Part-Time - Permanent

Workdays: Monday - Friday Shift Start: Monday 12:30am for5 hours per day *(Flexibility is required with both the start and finish times) Tuesday - Friday Shift Start is 3:00 AM

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Deliver and pick-up packages in an efficient and effective manner.
• Drive 5 Ton to Hamilton Airport each day.
• Follow and execute company-established safe/defensive driving methods.
• Assist with loading/unloading the trucks as required.
• Record track and maintain information about delivered and pickup packages.

Qualifications:

• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. (35kg) without assistance and 150 lbs. (68kg) with assistance.
• Ability to read and navigate with maps/map books.
• 3 years of driving experience
• Minimum 21 years of age
• Valid Ontario G Driver’s License
• Clean Driver’s Abstract showing:
  a) No violations for the current year (last 12 months) and no more than 2 violations for the previous 3-year period (last 36 months)
  b) No accidents and maximum 5 demerit points for the previous 3-year period (last 36 months)
• Delivery experience will be considered an asset.
• Must pass a pre-employment road test.

Compensation and Benefits:

• $17.30 and automatic wage progression as per the existing Union Collective Agreement
• Health and dental benefits after 12 months of employment (commences on the first day of the month after meeting the requirement)
• 2 weeks of paid vacation after one year of service
• Employee Referral Bonus Program ($300 per a referred Package Handler)
• Immediate access to UPS ‘Employee Discounts’ upon hiring
• Paid training
• Opportunity for advancement within a Fortune 100 Company
• Free parking

Working Conditions:

• Exposed to hot/cold temperatures when working outdoors.
• Wear a UPS Package Delivery Driver uniform and adhere to the company’s Appearance Guidelines.

Of Note:

• In our industry, this position is also known as Courier Driver Package Driver etc.

UPS Canada is a diverse and equal opportunity employer. Please advise our HR representatives if workplace accommodation is needed. Thank you for your interest in UPS Canada.

United Parcel Service, Inc. is an American multinational shipping & receiving and supply chain management company founded in 1907. Originally known as the American Messenger Company specializing in telegraphs, UPS has expanded to become a Fortune 500 company and one of the world's largest shipping couriers.