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  1. T

    Overtime question

    If I worked 65 hours last week with all of the days being over 8 hours should I be receiving more than 25 hours of overtime since anything over 8 hours is considered overtime?
  2. S

    Question on Education Assistance Program

    I recently started working at UPS, earlier this semester. I am going to school 2 hours away from home, and love the benefits from this job. I'm supposed to be rewarded $3,500 from the program when I get my final grades this semester. However, I am not going to be able to stay during the winter...
  3. PhatPattheRiverRat

    Part Time Package Handler...How Freakin Crazy am I

    Alright, so there are tons of posts which I have read and re-read on here. Feel like I have some decent info, but really want feedback from others on my potential plan. So I'm 33, I have been a desk jockey for 5 years. Pay is okay not great, health benefits are expensive, I work 8-4 M-friend...
  4. M

    Considering Employment

    I am thinking about applying for a delivery driver position in Northern New York(Watertown). I have a few questions I need help with..... What is Starting pay rate here? When will health Insurance start for a family plan? Should I expect to work Overtime? Thanks for any info!!
  5. N

    “On Topic” Driver Helper question

    I was recently hired this Wednesday and was told I would be called in for work friday after thanksgiving. Its already monday and still no calls. I made sure all my information was perfectly stated. I have my uniform and everything. Although I don’t have a number to call but I can drive up to HR...
  6. A

    Temp cover driver days worked guestion

    So I'm a temp cover driver running tuesday through saturday but I was asked to come in on moday (which I did). Because of this can I request saturday off or are they gonna throw the "if your under 60 hours you're working saturday" bull:censored:?
  7. O

    Friend won box suite seats to Pro Basketball game during the start of peak-can they go?

    I have a friend who won box suite seats to our local pro basketball team game. Friend that want to go with claims that if they go - they would get in trouble with the company. Person who won the tickets states-how often in life are you going to win seats like this? If mangement had them -...
  8. SolidWoodPanel

    Another Question about Background Checks

    Hi all, been working preload since the end of January at my local hub. I've wanted to become a driver, but they said I needed to be available every saturday, which is turdwaffle, because of the last two guys to pass Integrad, they've driven maybe twice in the past three months. Anyway, now...
  9. N

    Vested

    Just wondering if I am eligible for retirement. I am 59 years old and worked 5.5 years before I quit. I worked the preload and paid Union dues, then withdrew from the union, but cannot seem to find out if I am eligible for anything.
  10. O

    On Topic - Workplace Harassment

    Our hub has been hiring a lot of people over the last year. It's a revolving door and always has been. Now there are more workers who have felonies that we have to work around. Some of them are trouble makers and moved from dept. to dept. My situation is this: I went to help at the end of...
  11. B

    Newbie driver question- dogs

    What is the proper way to sheet a package when you encounter an aggressive dog not on a leash? Had one yesterday and I sheeted it Not In 1. Is that correct?
  12. P

    UPS Tracking Weight Problem

    I ordered something that was around 3.8 lbs but when I tracked the shipment on ups.com it says the package weighs .1 lbs. What's wrong? Is this a common problem? (I know i posted this earlier but I don't know where to find it after i accidentally x it out.)
  13. Ya Dad

    Article 41, Section 2(b) FT Progression Question

    - skip to bottom for question - I was a bid Air Driver part-time for about 5 years. One of the best jobs I've ever had. Evening pickups which were the same every day, no mental stress, virtually same variables every day, and I only worked about 20-23 hours per week so I could still actually...
  14. A

    Question being a seasonal full time package driver and getting perm

    so obviously im new to this but this is my first time doing seasonal driving and wondering where i stand in terms of completing my packages on time or if im behind compared to others.. they started me doing just commercials with a couple pick ups and slowly after a week and a half got me to...
  15. silverbullet2893

    Driver helper

    No this isn't another dumb question like "will I be considered for a driver position" or anything like that......I'm sure I'll still get slammed the same as if it were a dumb question. But I just wanted to say thank you to the drivers out there that make this position fun and exciting. *bring on...
  16. J

    New helper

    So i finished two days of being a helper. Overall, i liked it. It is a physical job (no joke to new people and they werent lying it is going to make you sore but the good news is it isn't always continuous and you get to catch your breath on rides, so it is not bad.) I've gotten brick stacked...
  17. D

    attendance question

    So i just called off right now cause i have a fever and strep throat and my sup texted me that i will be getting a warning letter. my fevers calming down but my throat still continues to hurt like a buddyh. if i call off again will that make things worse? or will i still just get a warning...
  18. Tony G.

    UPS Earn & Learn Money Control

    Does Edcor have control where the money is being spent for your tuition reimbursement? My laptop for school broke and was curious if I could buy a new one with the remaining semester money they give me. Thanks
  19. NEnewbie

    New driver helper - not getting any calls from dispatch? Other issues..

    Hello all. I was hired at the end of November as a seasonal driver helper. I was hired immediately and attended the paid orientation. I am a very motivated worker and I feel that was reflected during my brief interview. I told the woman in HR that I am "Ready to bust my ass" for this job. She...
  20. TooTechie

    [FAQ] Frequently Asked Questions - Read Before Posting

    Hello and welcome to Brown Cafe--our home away from home! Before we get started, please familiarize yourself with the "Search Forums" link near the top of the page. Most questions have already been asked and answered so you should review old discussions before starting a new one. Please don't...
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