Driver Helper - Driver Helper UPS Employee Review

4.0
Mar 8, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

Decent pay for the type of work. Fast paced work meant that, despite the repetitive nature of the job, it didn't get too boring. Driver was a great guy.

Cons

The job can be quite tiring. This is not just due to running around with packages, but in fact mainly because the seat for Driver Helpers to sit in is unbelievably uncomfortable. It is just a flat pad a against a wall with a thin flat fold out seat. It is incredibly stressful on your lower back because there is no support, your legs have to be in an awkward position because it is right over the steps, and you have to try to stay upright while the truck bounces and jerks around. I know it sounds like it would be a small issue but trust me, the majority of the physical pains associated with the job were due to the seat and it was without a doubt the worst part of the job for me. That said, I did get used to it after a couple weeks, and I wouldn't suggest avoiding the job just because of that, but it's something to be aware of.

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Pros

-benefits -coworkers -being around planes - 5 hour shifts -good pay -employee discounts -discounted flights/jumpseat

Cons

-long training on pc -management can be a bit mean -early morning hours -if any delay due to weather or something wrong with plane you stay later -union workers get away with anything -management pays attention more to non union then union -favoritism -dont seem to favorable to disabled or spectrum people -lack of understanding to any personal or medical issues -as management your always having to be there if you miss more then 3 days or get sick or injured you are fired -nonunion gets punished over unionized workers

5.0
Jan 3, 2015
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The pay is excellent .health care is 100 % paid with 100 %coverage...with exception to eye and dental which is about 70%..coverage...pension is outstanding..full package with wages and benefits is worth 130,000 yearly..without a college education I am grateful for the standard of living UPS HAS AFFORDED ME AND MY FAMILY!...and with 27 years of service I now get 6 weeks vacation with 8 sick days..and 9 paid holidays...we work hard like many people in the work force but we are well compensated!.

Cons

The only con is while your children are young you give up a lot of family time..I never got to watch my kids play sports and missed a lot of their growing years...the job can be hard on your home life but if you can make it through those years you and your family will enjoy the financial freedom that UPS provides...and now I look forward to a prosperous retirement!...so hang in there all you young drivers...

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