Get Ready for the Holidays: UPS is Hiring 125,000 Seasonal Workers!

As the countdown to the 2024 holiday season begins, shoppers are faced with a tighter timeline this year, having four fewer shopping days. In response to the expected surge in demand for holiday shipping, UPS is gearing up to meet the challenge by hiring a staggering 125,000 seasonal workers nationwide.

Denver’s Seasonal Hiring Blitz

In Denver alone, UPS plans to recruit around 2,700 full- and part-time seasonal employees. This is part of a broader effort to ensure timely deliveries during one of the busiest shopping seasons of the year.

Job Opportunities Available

UPS is looking for a variety of roles to fill, including:

• Seasonal delivery drivers
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) drivers
• Package handlers

Competitive Pay and Benefits

UPS is offering attractive pay rates for seasonal positions:

• Package handlers will earn a starting wage of $21 per hour.
• CDL drivers and seasonal delivery drivers will start at $23 per hour.

In a move to streamline the hiring process, UPS has announced that 75% of the new positions no longer require an in-person interview. This means many applicants could receive a job offer in as little as 10 minutes!

Educational Benefits and Incentives

UPS is not just offering jobs; they also provide educational incentives through their Earn and Learn program. Eligible employees can earn up to $25,000 for college tuition and expenses. Part-time seasonal workers can even qualify for pro-rated reimbursement on their very first day of employment. Additionally, current employees can receive a bonus for referring family and friends to the company.

How to Apply

For those interested in joining the UPS team this holiday season, applications are open at upsjobs.com. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of a dynamic team during one of the most exciting times of the year!

What do you think?

• Will the hiring surge at UPS positively impact the local economy?
• Is the trend of online shopping leading to more job opportunities in logistics?
• Do you believe that the absence of in-person interviews is a positive change for job seekers?
• How do you feel about the pay rates offered for seasonal work at UPS?
• What are your thoughts on the importance of educational benefits in seasonal jobs?