Package Handler – UPS – Guelph, ON

UPS, one of the world’s most recognized logistics companies and a Fortune Global 500 organization, is hiring a Part-Time Permanent Package Handler at its Guelph, Ontario facility. This is a hands-on warehouse role that offers competitive starting pay, strong union benefits, and a clear path for long-term wage growth — no prior experience required.

Working an afternoon shift from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Monday to Friday, this role suits people who prefer shorter shifts and physical work. You’ll be loading, unloading, and sorting packages in a fast-paced warehouse environment, keeping the supply chain moving efficiently across the region.

About the Role: Package Handler

As a Package Handler at UPS Guelph, your core duties revolve around the movement and organization of packages within the facility. You’ll be working with package delivery vehicles and trailers, sorting shipments by postal code, and learning proper handling techniques established by UPS. Shifts run 3 to 5 hours per day, with some flexibility in start and finish times depending on operational needs.

This is a physically demanding role that requires comfort working inside truck trailers and delivery vehicles, as well as the ability to handle packages in varying warehouse temperatures. UPS provides paid training so new hires can get up to speed on company procedures and safety standards quickly.

Benefits and Salary

The starting hourly wage is $18.00, with automatic progression under the Union Collective Agreement up to $35.15 per hour after 48 months of service. Employees are paid weekly via direct deposit every Friday. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement of up to $2,000 per semester, paid training, personal paid days off, and 2 weeks of paid vacation after 1 year (increasing up to 6 weeks at 25 years of service). After one year, employees gain access to Extended Health Care Benefits covering vision, health, life insurance, and dental. UPS also offers an Employee Assistance Program, an Employee Referral Bonus Program, free onsite parking, and immediate access to UPS employee discounts. Note that monthly union dues of approximately $52/month and a one-time union initiation fee of $50 apply.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll be an essential part of UPS’s package processing operation in Guelph. Your day-to-day work keeps thousands of shipments on track, and accuracy combined with physical endurance are key to performing well in this environment.

• Load and unload packages into package delivery vehicles and trailers efficiently and safely
• Sort and stock packages according to postal codes to ensure accurate routing
• Learn and apply UPS-established package handling methods during paid training
• Maintain physical stamina through a fast-paced environment lifting packages typically weighing 25–35 lbs
• Work inside truck trailers and package delivery vehicles as required
• Maintain full availability Monday through Friday to support operational consistency

Requirements / Skills

UPS is looking for dependable individuals who are physically fit, reliable, and ready to commit to a set weekday schedule. No prior warehouse experience is needed — what matters most is your availability, work ethic, and ability to handle the physical demands of the role.

• Physical capability to lift up to 70 lbs unassisted; typical packages range from 25–35 lbs
• Full Monday to Friday availability — all five days of the week are required
• Ability to work 25 hours per week consistently
• Ability to read and memorize postal codes for accurate package sorting
• Comfort in a fast-paced, physically demanding warehouse environment
• Comfort working inside truck trailers and package delivery vehicles
• No prior warehouse experience required — paid training is provided

How to Apply

To apply for this Package Handler position at UPS Guelph, use the official application link below. Make sure your resume is up to date and your contact information is current before submitting.

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