1)... Use search funtion on top right. Search Thread titles "Boots"Hi all, got some questions if you don't mind!
Orientation in 2 weeks for Package Handler at a Hub, 10pm to 4am part time
1)What type of boots do you guys recommend I get?
2)Should I bring gloves?
3)When are breaks/bathroom breaks? Can you go whenever you want?
4)Any tips?
Steel toe boots are a waste of money and not practical. A sturdy leather will do you just fine. If the box you drop on your toe is heavy enough to warrant a steel toe, it will cut your toes off anyway.1. I always preferred steel toes when I worked preload. A little uncomfortable while your feet get used to them, but it's better than dropping an over-70 on your toes.
2. Yes. Boxes are very dirty.
3. You get a 10 minute break, usually about halfway through the sort.
4. No. You're paid by the hour.
What area of the country will you be working? You don't need to be specific, just the state will work.
Bring in as little @stuff” as possible. Keep it with you .. only RPCD’s get lockersCalifornia
Where do you keep all your stuff? If I were to bring a large water bottle, do I just carry it around with me or do you get assigned a temp locker for the day or something?
We didn't have lockers. Only thing i brought to work was a half gallon container to put ice and water/Gatorade in, gloves, and my keys. I didn't bring my phone in the hub and left it in the car. You carry your jug around with you.California
Where do you keep all your stuff? If I were to bring a large water bottle, do I just carry it around with me or do you get assigned a temp locker for the day or something?
We don't have lockers.Bring in as little @stuff” as possible. Keep it with you .. only RPCD’s get lockers![]()
It's 40 days now1. A sturdy leather lace up boot. I prefer composite toe because it’s lighter than steel toe.
2. Gloves are not really necessary when working the sort. I found that I would wear holes in them so quickly it wasn’t worth the money.
3. You use the bathroom or drink water as much as you need to. As long as you communicate to your boss so they can cover you while you go. It’s gonna be hot soon so make sure you hydrate more than you think you need to.
4. Get a water jug and fill it up with ice and water as you need it. Bring Gatorade powder packets because you need electrolytes too. Show up to work on time every day with a good attitude: “Yes Sir” is your new favorite phrase. Your a** belongs to them for 30 working days. After your 30th day, make sure to join the union. Get a copy of the contract and read it. Talk to senior employees and learn your rights.
Now how you gon get by for 3.5 hours with out you got damn phone?We didn't have lockers. Only thing i brought to work was a half gallon container to put ice and water/Gatorade in, gloves, and my keys. I didn't bring my phone in the hub and left it in the car. You carry your jug around with you.
1. composite or steel toe that is comfortableHi all, got some questions if you don't mind!
Orientation in 2 weeks for Package Handler at a Hub, 10pm to 4am part time
1)What type of boots do you guys recommend I get?
2)Should I bring gloves?
3)When are breaks/bathroom breaks? Can you go whenever you want?
4)Any tips?
It's easiest just to leave everything you don't need in your car. Keep your wallet, keys, and phone in your pockets, and bring your water bottle inside with you.California
Where do you keep all your stuff? If I were to bring a large water bottle, do I just carry it around with me or do you get assigned a temp locker for the day or something?
"Oh, those are my iPhones. I take them everywhere with me."Bring a large duffle bag. Insist on bringing it in the trailer with you when youre working.
Yeah and it takes 4 years.... I finally just got mine! 50 lockers for over 100 driversBring in as little @stuff” as possible. Keep it with you .. only RPCD’s get lockers![]()
That’s crazy! I thought 6 weeks was a long probationary period.It's 40 days now