We were just talking about just how busy we still are. Due to late freight, couriers are staying out and finishing deliveries but the volume has not decreased. I wonder if the shippers around the country still have a bad taste in their mouth after the UPS fiasco.
Usually this time of year we are getting time off and LWOP's are given like candy. But no, we've had to rent some trucks for many bulks that are coming in. And to make it even more mind boggling; straightlining is ok'd, 30 minute lunches ok'd and now there is a flyer in the breakroom asking if we know anyone who wants to work as a handler or part time courier...in January???
Another thing. Saturdays are so heavy, its almost like a regular weekday. Messages from dispatch all day asking for 4-5 volunteers to work Saturday. Where is all this volume coming from?