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[quad decade guy]

Here we go posting in riddles again
Why? If you have something to say say it
SMH

Life is a riddle to you....

If you don't understand the basics....move along. Don't abuse me for it.

 

[Unknownfeeder]

Hey guys,
I didn't wanna create a new post for this question so I thought I'd ask here. I recently started as a preload package handler and got a call from HR asking for my CDL info, drug test, etc. I hadn't hear anything back from HR for a week so I followed up to see if there were any updates. HR just told me that they won't know if I'll have a seat in the class and that they'll let me know 4 days before the class begins. What do you guys think, will I make it or am I SOL? Is there anything other than seniority that will determine if I make it into the class?

Got the call, I'm starting feeder school this coming week. Any good advice to share?

 

[Just A UPS Guy]

Got the call, I'm starting feeder school this coming week. Any good advice to share?

Don't it up.

 

[Buffet Master]

Got the call, I'm starting feeder school this coming week. Any good advice to share?

Get a 'Ain't no feelin like Petermobilin' " tat on your neck and a Kenworth emblem tramp stamp.

 

[burrheadd]

Got the call, I'm starting feeder school this coming week. Any good advice to share?

Don’t hit anything
Enjoy your 2 months

 

[Unknownfeeder]

Don’t hit anything
Enjoy your 2 months

Do you think this is a temporary position for peak? I was told that it was a permanent feeder gig, unless that's bull

 

[Just A UPS Guy]

Do you think this is a temporary position for peak? I was told that it was a permanent feeder gig, unless that's bull

If they told you it's permanent, it probably is. They don't usually with you in feeder, package pretty much has the market cornered for false job promises.

 

[retiredTxfeeder]

My first 3 years in feeders, I went back to package on January 1st. First year, 10 months, second year, about 6 months, and the third year, 2 months. Never went back after that.

 

[BigUnionGuy]

 

[Just A UPS Guy]

 

[quad decade guy]

My first 3 years in feeders, I went back to package on January 1st. First year, 10 months, second year, about 6 months, and the third year, 2 months. Never went back after that.

Same for me.

What I do wonder....

What Off the street hires do when laid off....they've never been in pkg...

 

[Covemastah]

 

[Cowboy Mac]

Same for me.

What I do wonder....

What Off the street hires do when laid off....they've never been in pkg...

They sweep trailers or work in the hub.

 

[HFolb23]

Any shop stewards in here?

I’ve been approached about being a shop steward for our feeder department as it continues to grow. I did decline because of I am new to the position and that I felt I would have more questions than answers when approached by other drivers. It’s something I may pursue later in my career and I’m curious what that role involves, how difficult it may be working with drivers on other hours and locations, and if there are any benefits to being a steward. Ex. I’m sure it varies by local, but I know in package our stewards had super seniority and got first picks at bid time.

 

[Just A UPS Guy]

Any shop stewards in here?

I’ve been approached about being a shop steward for our feeder department as it continues to grow. I did decline because of I am new to the position and that I felt I would have more questions than answers when approached by other drivers. It’s something I may pursue later in my career and I’m curious what that role involves, how difficult it may be working with drivers on other hours and locations, and if there are any benefits to being a steward. Ex. I’m sure it varies by local, but I know in package our stewards had super seniority and got first picks at bid time.

@104Feeder

 

[quad decade guy]

Any shop stewards in here?

I’ve been approached about being a shop steward for our feeder department as it continues to grow. I did decline because of I am new to the position and that I felt I would have more questions than answers when approached by other drivers. It’s something I may pursue later in my career and I’m curious what that role involves, how difficult it may be working with drivers on other hours and locations, and if there are any benefits to being a steward. Ex. I’m sure it varies by local, but I know in package our stewards had super seniority and got first picks at bid time.

Here.....nothing special(at all) as far as job picks. If you are on duty when the employee friend's up...you may or may not get the duty as representation. It may be a new part timer clerk that has no idea of what you do. Let that sink in.....a lot of stewardships get awarded by cronyism and even skin color.....as well as political paybacks. The best people for the job? Hardly. Like being a Safety Co-chair.....just a way to pad hours....No? You bet.

 

[Non sequitur]

If done right, stewardship and safety are thankless jobs. The good ones define true service.

 

[govols019]

Here.....nothing special(at all) as far as job picks. If you are on duty when the employee friend's up...you may or may not get the duty as representation. It may be a new part timer clerk that has no idea of what you do. Let that sink in.....a lot of stewardships get awarded by cronyism and even skin color.....as well as political paybacks. The best people for the job? Hardly. Like being a Safety Co-chair.....just a way to pad hours....No? You bet.

At least you're consistently miserable.

 

[quad decade guy]

At least you're consistently miserable.

Sorry....talking to me? I've never said I am miserable. Quotes exactly please.

 

[olroadbeech]

Any shop stewards in here?

I’ve been approached about being a shop steward for our feeder department as it continues to grow. I did decline because of I am new to the position and that I felt I would have more questions than answers when approached by other drivers. It’s something I may pursue later in my career and I’m curious what that role involves, how difficult it may be working with drivers on other hours and locations, and if there are any benefits to being a steward. Ex. I’m sure it varies by local, but I know in package our stewards had super seniority and got first picks at bid time.

whoever approached you about being a stew doesnt like you.
it's a thankless job

seriously, you do need some more time under your belt and have to be a special person of toughness and integrity.
I suggest you ask and hang out with the best steward feeder has now and learn from him/her.