United Parcel Service (NYSE:UPS) has unveiled its strategy to hire over 100,000 seasonal workers across the United States in anticipation of the surge in demand during the upcoming holiday season. Although the fervor for online shopping has moderated since the peak of the pandemic and the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions, it remains robust.
Furthermore, the company seeks to ensure a continuation of the exceptional performance it achieved last year in terms of on-time deliveries. Hence, the decision to expand its workforce to accommodate the expected annual uptick in package volume, spanning from October 2023 to January 2024, is a prudent move.
UPS has streamlined its hiring process, making it convenient and straightforward for potential employees to join the team. The efficiency of this process is evident in its brevity, typically taking less than 20 minutes for an applicant to complete an online form and secure a job. Additionally, nearly 80% of seasonal workers are not required to undergo interviews. The available positions encompass both full and part-time seasonal roles, with a focus on attracting delivery drivers, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) drivers, and package handlers.
In light of UPS’s hiring initiative, it is anticipated that its competitor, FedEx (NYSE:FDX), will soon unveil its plans for augmenting its workforce with seasonal employees. It’s worth noting that both UPS and FedEx routinely hire a substantial number of temporary workers each year to manage the increased parcel volume during the October to January period.
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