UPS to Hire 150 in Boston Area

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UPS announced plans to hire over 150 part-time employees in the Boston area, focusing on package handling positions in sortation hubs. With competitive pay up to $17.00 per hour and benefits like healthcare and tuition assistance, these jobs pave the way for long-term careers. Over 120,000 part-time workers have transitioned to full-time roles at UPS, highlighting growth opportunities. The company emphasizes its commitment to employee development through programs like Earn and Learn, which offers up to $25,000 for college expenses.

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• Hiring over 150 part-time employees in the Boston area.
• Competitive hourly pay up to $17.00 plus benefits like healthcare and tuition assistance.
• More than 120,000 part-time employees have transitioned to full-time roles, demonstrating career growth potential.
• UPS has invested nearly $670 million in tuition assistance, aiding over 300,000 employees.

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• None.

• Part-time positions are available on multiple shifts
  
• These positions offer health care, pension and tuition benefits, and a discounted stock purchase opportunity
• Over 120,000 part-time employees at UPS have gone on to full-time driving positions or into management roles
• For those displaced by COVID-19, UPS jobs offer an opportunity to launch a new career
• Applications available at upsjobs.com
  

BOSTON, May 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UPS (NYSE: UPS) announced today that it expects to hire over 150 employees in the Boston area. These jobs are permanent, part-time package handling positions in UPS sortation hubs and centers that can lead to a career.

More than 56 percent of UPS’s current drivers and management staff were originally hired for part-time package handler jobs. Promotion from within enabled many to begin their careers at UPS.

“We’re proud to move our world forward by delivering what matters, and the rapid and ongoing growth of ecommerce coupled with overall demand for our services is creating new part-time opportunities,” said Karsys Hernandez, Director of Human Resources. “We’re looking for people to join our team here in the Boston area, and to possibly start a great career at UPS.”

Through the company’s Earn and Learn program, eligible employees who are students can earn up to $25,000 towards college expenses, in addition to their hourly pay. UPS has invested nearly $670 million in tuition assistance – nearly $30 million a year since the program was established in 1997 – helping over 300,000 employees pay for their college education.

These jobs come with competitive pay and benefits, including healthcare (after a short waiting period), retirement contributions, tuition assistance and a discounted stock purchase program. Hourly starting pay is up to $17.00 depending on location, shift and position, and includes annual raises.

UPS is hiring at the following Boston-area locations:

Chelmsford – 87 Brick Kiln Rd., Chelmsford, MA 01824        

Worcester – 315 Hartford Turnpike, Shrewsbury, MA 01545     

Interested applicants should apply at upsjobs.com.

Photos and video b-roll can be found at: brand.ups.com/en-us/UPS-Hiring.html

About UPS

UPS (NYSE: UPS) is one of the world’s largest package delivery companies with 2020 revenue of $84.6 billion, and provides a broad range of integrated logistics solutions for customers in more than 220 countries and territories. The company’s more than 540,000 employees embrace a strategy that is simply stated and powerfully executed: Customer First. People Led. Innovation Driven. UPS is committed to being a steward of the environment and positively contributing to the communities we serve around the world. UPS also takes a strong and unwavering stance in support of diversity, equity and inclusion. The company can be found on the Internet at www.ups.com, with more information at www.stories.ups.com and www.investors.ups.com.

Contact:

UPS Media Relations, pr@ups.com

FAQ

What is UPS's hiring announcement for Boston on May 18, 2021?

UPS announced plans to hire over 150 part-time employees in the Boston area for package handling positions.

How much does UPS pay for part-time positions in Boston?

UPS offers competitive pay up to $17.00 per hour for part-time positions.

What benefits are provided for part-time employees at UPS?

Benefits include healthcare, pension, tuition assistance, and a discounted stock purchase opportunity.

What opportunities exist for part-time employees at UPS?

More than 120,000 part-time employees have advanced to full-time driving or management positions.

What is the Earn and Learn program at UPS?

The Earn and Learn program allows eligible employees to earn up to $25,000 towards college expenses.