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<blockquote data-quote="dillweed" data-source="post: 816760" data-attributes="member: 5938"><p>I have to agree with threadkiller on this one. It sounds as if you are certain that this isn't the job for you and it just isn't right for lots of people. The work and pace are demanding and that won't change, even on the sort aisle. It's also trying for those who have a need to use their minds. UPS doesn't want our minds, it wants our bodies. I'm not speaking for drivers here, just pt laborers.</p><p> </p><p>On the plus side are the good hours, steady work and benefits. You're still shaping up and getting used to the physical aspect. That should improve once your muscles really get strong. If you can hang in there for a few weeks your feelings might improve. But keep your eyes open for something that would be more satisfying to you. </p><p> </p><p>Eighteen years ago I was working on my college degree and took a pt job at UPS. I was in my mid-thirties. Two years later I finished my degree but found that no entry level job was going to pay the amount I was making at UPS and they couldn't match the benefits. I tried several pt jobs in my field in addition to UPS and realized that office work wasn't for me. I'm still at UPS, on the sort aisle. To be honest, I resent the stupidity of the work but like the physical aspect. I have found different ways to use my mind but also fear my body will wear out long before I get 25 years in. Did I make the right choice, I think so considering the hard economic times and loss of so many professional jobs. </p><p> </p><p>However, you are just starting out in your education and will have the opportunity to switch majors and make the moves toward more success in your field. We just don't know what the future will bring but if you're determined enough you can make your dreams come true. Best of luck, make your decision and don't look back!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="dillweed, post: 816760, member: 5938"] I have to agree with threadkiller on this one. It sounds as if you are certain that this isn't the job for you and it just isn't right for lots of people. The work and pace are demanding and that won't change, even on the sort aisle. It's also trying for those who have a need to use their minds. UPS doesn't want our minds, it wants our bodies. I'm not speaking for drivers here, just pt laborers. On the plus side are the good hours, steady work and benefits. You're still shaping up and getting used to the physical aspect. That should improve once your muscles really get strong. If you can hang in there for a few weeks your feelings might improve. But keep your eyes open for something that would be more satisfying to you. Eighteen years ago I was working on my college degree and took a pt job at UPS. I was in my mid-thirties. Two years later I finished my degree but found that no entry level job was going to pay the amount I was making at UPS and they couldn't match the benefits. I tried several pt jobs in my field in addition to UPS and realized that office work wasn't for me. I'm still at UPS, on the sort aisle. To be honest, I resent the stupidity of the work but like the physical aspect. I have found different ways to use my mind but also fear my body will wear out long before I get 25 years in. Did I make the right choice, I think so considering the hard economic times and loss of so many professional jobs. However, you are just starting out in your education and will have the opportunity to switch majors and make the moves toward more success in your field. We just don't know what the future will bring but if you're determined enough you can make your dreams come true. Best of luck, make your decision and don't look back! [/QUOTE]
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