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Posted by 5.0_707 (Member # 5893) on :
 
I've got a few questions about the application n hiring process...
Thanks
Samuel

edit: this is for a truck driving position.

[ January 12, 2010, 01:21 PM: Message edited by: 5.0_707 ]
 
Posted by turbo50 (Member # 6700) on :
 
They just laid off 1800 folks.
 
Posted by turbo50 (Member # 6700) on :
 
more info on ups.

http://www.wsws.org/articles/2010/jan2010/jobs-j09.shtml
 
Posted by season'd 88 (Member # 169) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 5.0_707:
I've got a few questions about the application n hiring process...
Thanks
Samuel

edit: this is for a truck driving position.
Good luck. That's one of..if not the best truck driving jobs in the country.
2Stangs on here turns wrenches for them he might have some input.
 
Posted by 306mustang (Member # 9204) on :
 
i remember a couple off weeksa ago there was a add on cl that they was hiring a driver.the pay was like 550 a week and i think it said you delivered from like 150-200 houses a day
 
Posted by 5.0_707 (Member # 5893) on :
 
Dang that some crazy shit!
Well I'm asking bc I checked the upsjobs web page and it looks like they are hiring in my area. Guess I should mention that this is for the tractor trailor driving position not the little box truck home delivery. I'm curios bc I applied online and it says that they do not have any open interview times so I wasn't sure if they would contact me or if I'd have to keep applying... Also wanted to know the procedure of the hiring process all together and if anyone had any tips or things to know type of info. I'd also want to know what you like or dislike about the position. Any and all info/knowledge is greatly appreciated.
 
Posted by season'd 88 (Member # 169) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 306mustang:
i remember a couple off weeksa ago there was a add on cl that they was hiring a driver.the pay was like 550 a week and i think it said you delivered from like 150-200 houses a day
craigslist?? well if thats the case it must be true..hahaha
 
Posted by 5.0_707 (Member # 5893) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by season'd 88:
quote:
Originally posted by 5.0_707:
I've got a few questions about the application n hiring process...
Thanks
Samuel

edit: this is for a truck driving position.
Good luck. That's one of..if not the best truck driving jobs in the country.
2Stangs on here turns wrenches for them he might have some input.
thanks, I'm sure I'll need a lot of luck with the way people are out n looking for jobs! [patriot]
I currently drive a beer truck for a bud distro co. but I'm looking for something more "long term" you know? Something I can see myself doing 10-15+ years down the road, I love my job now but I don't think I can do it forever!
We actually have a driver who's been with the company as a driver for 25+ years and he's in his mid-late 50s.... I just don't want to be THAT GUY!
[patriot]
 
Posted by snakebit95 (Member # 8871) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 5.0_707:
Dang that some crazy shit!
Well I'm asking bc I checked the upsjobs web page and it looks like they are hiring in my area. Guess I should mention that this is for the tractor trailor driving position not the little box truck home delivery. I'm curios bc I applied online and it says that they do not have any open interview times so I wasn't sure if they would contact me or if I'd have to keep applying... Also wanted to know the procedure of the hiring process all together and if anyone had any tips or things to know type of info. I'd also want to know what you like or dislike about the position. Any and all info/knowledge is greatly appreciated.
Are you looking for long distance "cross country" transportation?
 
Posted by 5.0_707 (Member # 5893) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by snakebit95:
quote:
Originally posted by 5.0_707:
Dang that some crazy shit!
Well I'm asking bc I checked the upsjobs web page and it looks like they are hiring in my area. Guess I should mention that this is for the tractor trailor driving position not the little box truck home delivery. I'm curios bc I applied online and it says that they do not have any open interview times so I wasn't sure if they would contact me or if I'd have to keep applying... Also wanted to know the procedure of the hiring process all together and if anyone had any tips or things to know type of info. I'd also want to know what you like or dislike about the position. Any and all info/knowledge is greatly appreciated.
Are you looking for long distance "cross country" transportation?
no, it's actually city driving.
 
Posted by Topete (Member # 4803) on :
 
5.0...I'm actually the recruiter for Eastbay and Northbay UPS. From my understanding, The job you are looking for is probably an Ltl or truckload driver? These applications can be found at upsjobs.com They are accepting applications but not "hiring" YET. I do not interview nor hire for UPS freight as they have their own union and hiring process.

I can try to contact that division and find out more info about when they will be interviewing....send me a pm with info and email.

Sorry I can't be a big help, I usually handle the package handler, management, driver helper, and regular residential/commercial driver applications.
 
Posted by 5.0_707 (Member # 5893) on :
 
Thanks PM sent!

[ January 12, 2010, 03:52 PM: Message edited by: 5.0_707 ]
 
Posted by 2stangs69-91 (Member # 1951) on :
 
The 1800 jobs was Upper management not the work force. UPS restructured the entire USA managment system.The statement regarding the other jobs is regarding management also they never put any money in hourly employess 401K's. The company is running strong. Above 4th Qtr projected earnings..It is a great place to work if you can get on. Now UPS freight is different like mentioned above.

[ January 12, 2010, 04:54 PM: Message edited by: 2stangs69-91 ]
 
Posted by CHP2981 (Member # 9240) on :
 
Sorry I didn't see this post earlier but I've been with UPS for 20 years and I started at the bottom unloading. There isn't any place that you can make over a 100k without an education and have the Teamsters to back you up if you ever mess up. And like stated UPS Freight is a whole different set up. Also the bigger hubs offer more then a small hub. I'm at the Northbay Hub. As far as the hiring they are supposed to be hiring in Feb, that's what I heard. First you do the online app. and they make the appointment for the first interview then you do the tour then they do the background check and all that then they'll call you.
 
Posted by 89point. (Member # 6078) on :
 
Hey topete.. since u deal with the hiring and all that, are u ever in the concord building?? I wonder if we have crossed paths before or not.
 
Posted by 5.0_707 (Member # 5893) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by CHP2981:
As far as the hiring they are supposed to be hiring in Feb, that's what I heard. First you do the online app. and they make the appointment for the first interview then you do the tour then they do the background check and all that then they'll call you.
ok so my question is since i have already applied online but haven't set an appt bc they didn't have any open, should I keep checking in or will they contact me when they have an available appt?
 
Posted by cali95gt (Member # 8940) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 5.0_707:
quote:
Originally posted by CHP2981:
As far as the hiring they are supposed to be hiring in Feb, that's what I heard. First you do the online app. and they make the appointment for the first interview then you do the tour then they do the background check and all that then they'll call you.
ok so my question is since i have already applied online but haven't set an appt bc they didn't have any open, should I keep checking in or will they contact me when they have an available appt?
keep checking thats what i did. Now i'm t the san bruno hub
 
Posted by 89point. (Member # 6078) on :
 
damn hella ups workers on this site or something.. i been in concord for 5yrs now.
 
Posted by Topete (Member # 4803) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 89point.:
Hey topete.. since u deal with the hiring and all that, are u ever in the concord building?? I wonder if we have crossed paths before or not.
No, I've only been in Richmond, Oakland and San Ramon hub.
 
Posted by Topete (Member # 4803) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 5.0_707:
quote:
Originally posted by CHP2981:
As far as the hiring they are supposed to be hiring in Feb, that's what I heard. First you do the online app. and they make the appointment for the first interview then you do the tour then they do the background check and all that then they'll call you.
ok so my question is since i have already applied online but haven't set an appt bc they didn't have any open, should I keep checking in or will they contact me when they have an available appt?
Since the job our you are inquiring about is not commonly open, they will not do mass interviews. The manager for that division should pull up the handful of applications and call you in for interview. But, it doesn't hurt to go in to your profile periodically and check for appointments.
 
Posted by 5.0_707 (Member # 5893) on :
 
6 months later.....I GOT A JOB WITH UPS FREIGHT!
its only PT for now but thats ok bc i still have my full time job. just worked my first week and im diggin it! im working on the dock but im still trying to get into the driving position i had interviewed for. ive been told that there might be a driver "leaving" and that id be considered!!!
just gotta learn to drive doubles and im good to go!
right now im loading and unloading trailers and soon ill be jockeying trailers!

major thanks to hector aka topete for all the help and info. i really appreciate it. [patriot]
 
Posted by season'd 88 (Member # 169) on :
 
Well good for you!! Congratulations!
 
Posted by 2stangs69-91 (Member # 1951) on :
 
congrats!!!
 
Posted by 5.0_707 (Member # 5893) on :
 
thanks a lot [patriot] its gonna be weird working mondays again...havent worked a monday in about 3 years with my current schedule being 4 10's but i know its well worth it
 




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