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Parcel Worker Jobs in Vermont (NOW HIRING)

$23/hr

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Parcel Worker information

What is a parcel worker?

Parcel workers are individuals responsible for handling, sorting, loading, and unloading packages and parcels for delivery services or logistics companies. Their duties often include scanning packages, organizing shipments, and ensuring parcels are correctly routed to their destinations. Parcel workers may work in warehouses, distribution centers, or directly with delivery trucks. This role often requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

What are some common challenges parcel workers face during peak shipping seasons?

During peak shipping seasons, such as the holidays, Parcel Workers often experience significantly higher package volumes and tighter delivery schedules. This can mean longer shifts, increased physical demands, and the need to quickly adapt to fast-paced changes in workflow. Effective teamwork and communication with supervisors and fellow workers become crucial to ensure packages are sorted, loaded, and dispatched efficiently. Staying organized and maintaining a positive attitude during these busy times can help manage stress and maintain productivity.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a parcel worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Parcel Worker, you need physical stamina, attention to detail, and basic literacy skills, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with handheld scanners, sorting systems, and package tracking software is typically required. Reliability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic are essential soft skills that help manage daily workload and maintain efficiency. These abilities ensure accurate, timely parcel processing and contribute to smooth logistics operations.

What is the difference between Parcel Worker vs Delivery Driver?

AspectParcel WorkerDelivery Driver
CredentialsMay require a valid driver's license, background checkRequires a valid driver's license, possibly commercial license
Work EnvironmentWarehouse, sorting centers, local delivery routesOn-road, vehicle operation, customer interaction
Employer & IndustryLogistics, courier companies, postal servicesCourier services, food delivery, e-commerce

Parcel Workers primarily handle sorting and local delivery within warehouses and neighborhoods, often working in a warehouse or sorting center environment. Delivery Drivers focus on transporting packages directly to customers, operating vehicles and interacting with clients. While both roles require a valid driver's license and are part of the logistics industry, their daily tasks and work settings differ significantly.

What cities in Vermont are hiring for Parcel Worker jobs?

Cities in Vermont with the most Parcel Worker job openings:

Package Delivery Driver

On-site

United Parcel Service
Trucking • 10K+ employees

$23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Casual Package Delivery Driver

Who exactly are UPS Casual Package Delivery Drivers?

They’re the ones who drive our familiar brown trucks, bringing packages great and small to our customers. They’re a friendly, physically active crew who enjoy fast-paced work, being outdoors, and being behind the wheel!

So, what does it take to make it through a busy shift delivering boxes of all shapes and sizes to homes and businesses in your community and beyond?

  • The ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
  • Valid driver’s license—no CDL required (License type varies by state)
  • Pass the DOT physical
  • Excellent customer service and driving skills
  • Legal right to work in the U.S.
  • Casual package delivery drivers are expected to comply with UPS appearance guidelines and wear the company-provided uniform

Full-time casual package delivery drivers work eight to ten hours per day and workdays can vary (Monday - Friday) or (Tuesday - Saturday) depending on the business needs.

What’s in it for you?

  • Excellent weekly pay
  • Growth opportunities*
  • Extensive training

*This is a seasonal role. A seasonal job is a great place to start at UPS, and it might even lead to a permanent role that offers even more advantages and benefits! Permanent, full-time delivery drivers receive an average total compensation package of $145,000 per year. That includes $0 healthcare premiums, up to seven weeks of paid vacation, plus paid time off for holidays, sick leave and option days. UPS also makes contributions to a defined-benefit pension plan for each employee.

So, what is UPS all about?

Well, you’re probably already familiar with us – we’re the brown trucks delivering everything from diapers, dish towels and holiday gifts, to college care packages and life-saving medicines.

But we’re more than that. We’re also hardworking, efficient package handlers and friendly, focused drivers. We’re professionals working in finance, technology, engineering, marketing, and more. We are building our business ethically, sustainably, and in an environmentally conscientious way. And we are here to deliver what matters—to customers, communities, colleagues, the world, and you and your career. Come work for an award-winning company.

This job posting includes information about the minimum qualifications (including the UPS Uniform and Personal Appearance Guidelines), locations, shifts, and operations within the locations which may consider my application. An applicant or employee may request an exception or change to, or an accommodation of, any condition of employment (including the UPS Uniform and Personal Appearance Guidelines) because of a sincerely held religious belief or practice.


The base pay for this position is $23.00/hour

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.


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