AnthonyW848
Active Member
Yeah I haven’t personally met the shop stewards or even know who they are I’ve seen some guys walking around the hub wearing local 174 jackets
New Employee seeks guidance!
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He who laughs last didn't get it.
You’re going to a rough time starting pkg car at this age. Unless you are in phenomenal shape . That’s why he wanted to know your age.
Babagounj
Strength through joy
This job is for the younger guys, honestly.
What kills most is the endless hassling from your mgt team.
They will always be demanding more and never give you a chance to catch your breathe.
You might be better suited for a combo job.
Many older drivers have seen the light and have switched over to combo to save what is left of their bodies and sanity.
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He who laughs last didn't get it.
Some of the combo jobs here are physically harder than driving but way less mental stress & anguish.
I agree with you in parts on that but for what I have seen the new hires that are older drivers do a better job
At least they show up for work...
Babagounj
Strength through joy
That too creates a problem for them.
Few drivers showing up means additional work for the ones who do show up.
AnthonyW848
Active Member
Funny you say that as I discovered this while unloading a trailer this past week, I was told that I wasn’t producing enough volume on the belts while unloading mostly heavier packages
Babagounj
Strength through joy
Until you either find some dirt on your sup or marry the Center Mgr's ugly offspring, you will find that this issue will only increase.
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He who laughs last didn't get it.
That’s ups in a nutshell. But as a driver the magnifying glass is on you more. Nothing is good enough. A lot of new guys crack under the pressure & get into accident or injured
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He who laughs last didn't get it.
The Amsoil & Data Rec trailers were the worst!
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He who laughs last didn't get it.
Weren’t you making a decent living as a pharmacy Tech? Or you just want a change in career?
Covemastah
Hoopah drives the boat Chief !!
Not really , I was going to give you some help and advice , been around a while , but seems you're all set !
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He who laughs last didn't get it.
He will learn the hard way !!
728ups
All Trash No Trailer
I'm not being a dick and please dont take offense but starting at the bottom at 52 is not going to end well for you as The physical demands are simply going to be too much .I would suggest looking elsewhere for a "second career"
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He who laughs last didn't get it.
believe he’s already employed as a pt unloader (not sure if it’s preload or local sort) and he’s not hitting their numbers
728ups
All Trash No Trailer
it just gets worse lolbelieve he’s already employed as a pt unloader (not sure if it’s preload or local sort) and he’s not hitting their numbers
AnthonyW848
Active Member
I will not or I won’t sacrifice my safety and mental well being for a job! I’ve been there and done that and would never choose that route again, I’ll be 53 soon and if I’m blessed to get 12-13 solid years I’ll be straight! Looking forward to retirement with hopefully a small pension!
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He who laughs last didn't get it.
Good luck driving at ups then.
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He who laughs last didn't get it.
That’s all well and good but the problem is if you don’t run your ass off, take chances and work off the clock you’ll never make your 30 day trial period as a driver.
Red Devil
The Power of Connected
Just remember once you get in as a driver they can’t do anything to you for working safe (as long as you are steadily working). Even if it takes you twice as long as the other guy. The time allowances are made by studying 21-year old kids with a diet of straight red bull.
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