Package Handler – UPS – Lachine, QC
Location: Montreal, QC | Company: UPS
UPS is hiring a Package Handler for the night shift (11:00 PM – 3:00 AM) at their Lachine, Quebec facility. As part of a Fortune Global 500 company, this role offers competitive wages with a clear pay progression, making it a solid option for anyone looking for reliable, physical work with real earning potential.
This is a hands-on position in a fast-paced warehouse environment, where you’ll be responsible for moving, sorting, and scanning packages to keep the UPS network running smoothly. Shifts are approximately 3–5 hours per day, Monday through Friday — a manageable schedule that works well alongside other commitments.
About the Role: Package Handler
As a Package Handler at UPS Lachine, your main duties revolve around the loading and unloading of packages from trailers and delivery vehicles, as well as scanning, sorting, stocking, and shipping parcels throughout the shift. You’ll learn and apply UPS’s standardized package handling methods, and may also operate heavy machinery as needed to complete tasks efficiently.
Safety and accuracy are central to this role. You’ll be working as part of a team in a structured environment where following procedures, maintaining physical stamina, and reading postal codes correctly all contribute to daily success. UPS values consistency and reliability — qualities that directly support your progression along the pay scale.
Benefits and Salary
The starting hourly rate is $18.00/hour, with a maximum rate of $30.11/hour achieved through a probation and 48-month progression structure. Overtime pay applies after 5 hours of work. UPS also offers a tuition reimbursement benefit of up to $2,000 (conditions may apply), making this position particularly appealing for students or anyone looking to advance their education while working.
Job Details
📌 Job Type: Part-Time
🏢 Company: UPS
📍 Location: Lachine, Quebec, Canada
🆔 Requisition ID: R26029167
⏱️ Schedule: Monday to Friday, 11:00 PM – 3:00 AM (approx. 3–5 hours/day)
💰 Pay: Starting at $18.00/h — Maximum $30.11/h (48-month progression)
Responsibilities
Day-to-day work as a Package Handler at UPS involves physical, task-driven activity in a structured warehouse setting. Each shift, you’ll contribute directly to keeping packages moving through the UPS network accurately and on schedule.
- Load and unload UPS packages from trailers and package cars
- Scan and sort parcels accurately to ensure proper routing
- Stock packages in designated areas throughout the facility
- Learn and apply UPS’s standardized package handling methods
- Operate heavy machinery as required to support warehouse operations
- Complete additional tasks as assigned in a fast-paced environment
Requirements / Skills
UPS is looking for dependable candidates who are comfortable with physical labour and can thrive working overnight shifts in a structured, team-oriented setting. Reliability and attention to detail are key traits that will set you up for success in this role.
- Physical fitness: ability to lift up to 70 lbs. / 32 kg regularly throughout the shift
- Postal code literacy: ability to read and memorize postal codes accurately
- Schedule flexibility: availability to work Monday to Friday, between 11:00 PM and 3:00 AM
- Adaptability: comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment
- Commitment: availability to work up to 5 days per week as required
How to Apply
To apply for this Package Handler position at UPS Lachine, use the official application link below. Make sure your resume is up to date before submitting your application.
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Job Summary & Tips for Applying
Quick Summary & What to Highlight: This Package Handler role at UPS in Lachine is perfect for candidates who excel in physical endurance, attention to detail, and working overnight shifts. On your resume, emphasize any experience with warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, or logistics, attention to detail, and your ability to work in a fast-paced environment. If you’ve previously worked in a warehouse, fulfillment centre, or delivery environment, make sure to highlight specific responsibilities that align with this position.
Resume & Application Tips: Before applying, tailor your resume to match the job description. Include keywords like package handling, loading and unloading, and warehouse operations that appear in the posting. Quantify your achievements where possible (e.g., “processed 200+ packages per shift” or “maintained 100% accuracy in parcel sorting”). Write a brief cover letter expressing your genuine interest in UPS and why you’re a strong fit for this overnight role in Lachine. Double-check your application for spelling errors and ensure your contact information is current.
Interview Preparation: If selected for an interview, research UPS‘s values, network, and company culture beforehand. Prepare specific examples using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to demonstrate your reliability, physical capability, and teamwork skills. Common questions may include scenarios about handling repetitive physical tasks, working overnight, and maintaining accuracy under pressure. Dress appropriately for a warehouse/logistics environment, arrive 10–15 minutes early, and bring copies of your resume. Prepare thoughtful questions about the role, team structure, and pay progression. After the interview, send a thank-you email within 24 hours reiterating your interest in the position.