How old do you have to be to work at UPS?

You generally need to be at least 18 years old for warehouse (package handler) and driver helper roles. Package delivery driver positions typically require you to be at least 21.

Yes. UPS states that warehouse workers are paid weekly.

How long does the UPS hiring process take?

For warehouse roles it can be very fast. UPS says you may receive an offer and schedule your first day in under 10 minutes, and many part-time package handlers are hired within a couple of weeks. Driver roles take longer because of the road test, DOT physical, and training.

Can you apply to UPS with no experience?

Yes. Entry-level warehouse (package handler) roles do not require prior experience, and UPS provides on-the-job training. Driver roles have additional requirements such as a valid license and, for tractor-trailer roles, a CDL.

Is there an interview for UPS warehouse jobs?

Most warehouse jobs do not include a formal interview step. If an interview is required for a role, UPS contacts you by phone, email, or text, and these interviews are usually brief.

Does UPS hire seasonal workers?

Yes. UPS hires seasonal workers, mostly from October through December for the holiday peak, in roles such as seasonal support driver, driver helper, and warehouse worker. Seasonal jobs have a set end date.

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One of the largest package delivery companies and private employers in the US.

By Marcus ReedCareers & Hiring EditorPublished July 16, 2026 · Updated July 17, 2026

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Overview

UPS is one of the largest package delivery companies in the US and hires across all 50 states for warehouse and driver roles. Many people start as part-time package handlers or seasonal workers, and the company also hires full-time year-round. Applications are completed online through the official UPS careers site, and warehouse roles in particular can move quickly from application to a scheduled start date.

Typical pay	About $18–$30/hr depending on role
Minimum age	18+ for most roles; 21+ for package delivery drivers
Where they hire	Nationwide (all 50 states)
Hiring	Hires year-round for warehouse and driver roles, with heavy seasonal hiring from October through December for the holiday peak.

Package handlers average about $18/hr and delivery drivers about $21/hr on Indeed; full-time package car drivers average roughly $30/hr on Glassdoor. Starting pay varies by state, shift, and role.

Common roles & pay

Warehouse Worker (Package Handler)Sorts, loads, and unloads packages in a fast-paced warehouse; often part-time across preload, day, twilight, or night shifts.	Averages about $18/hr (Indeed)
Package Delivery DriverDelivers packages on an assigned route; requires a valid driver's license, road test, and DOT physical.	Averages about $21/hr (Indeed); full-time package car drivers average more
Tractor-Trailer (Feeder) DriverMoves trailers between UPS facilities; requires a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).	Higher pay; averages roughly $31/hr (Glassdoor)
Seasonal Support DriverTemporary driver role during the holiday peak; requires a valid driver's license.	Hourly pay plus mileage
Driver HelperRides along to help a driver deliver packages; seasonal, no driver's license required, 18+.	Varies by role and location
Personal Vehicle Driver (Seasonal)Delivers packages using a personal vehicle during peak season; requires a valid driver's license.	Varies by role and location

Benefits

Weekly pay
Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision after a waiting period
401(k) plus pension
Up to $25,000 in college tuition assistance at participating locations
Part-time roles that can come with benefits
Career advancement and internal growth opportunities

What it's like to work at UPS

Warehouse Worker (Package Handler) is the most common entry point. The work is fast-paced and physical, moving and sorting packages on conveyor belts, and shifts run at different times of day: preload (early morning), day, twilight (evening), and overnight. Many of these roles are part-time, which makes them popular with students and people looking for a second job.

Pay varies by role and location. On Indeed, package handlers average about $18/hr and delivery drivers about $21/hr, while Glassdoor puts full-time UPS drivers around $30/hr and feeder (tractor-trailer) drivers even higher. UPS advertises weekly pay, 401(k) plus pension, healthcare after a waiting period, and up to $25,000 in college tuition assistance at participating locations.

The hiring process for warehouse roles is streamlined. You fill out an application and watch a short video about the job, and you may receive an offer and be able to schedule your first day in under 10 minutes, then submit your work-eligibility documents online. Most warehouse jobs do not include a formal interview; when an interview is required, UPS reaches out by phone, email, or text, and interviews are usually short.

Driver roles take more steps. After the application and video, package delivery driver candidates schedule a road test and DOT physical, complete training, and receive a uniform. To get hired faster, apply directly on the official UPS site, be flexible on shift and start date, and choose a facility close to you where openings are posted.

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