Is it worth it?

[b1gj1m304]

So I just had my first interview on Nov. 21st. I'm waiting for the background check. If I'm hired as a part time package handler and it's only seasonal meaning no work after Jan. 2015. Is it worth it to accept a part time position that may may only last about 6 weeks?

 

[DoctorMario]

If u need the money then by all means take the job. You can do worse.

 

[CHALLY9TX]

That's up to you and your situation.

 

[UpstateNYUPSer(Ret)]

Nope.

 

[b1gj1m304]

Nope.

I can't get away from you. Just kidding, I do appreciate your help.

 

[PT Car Washer]

At least it will be some gas money and help out while you continue to look for another job.

 

[PT Car Washer]

Just realized you already have a FT job. No it will not be worth the stress of working two jobs back to back. Plus you may be a bit old for the job.

 

[Packmule]

If you were hoping for a FT job after peak, no. PT, possibly lead to a permant pretty easy. The turnover rate is high and the benefits would be a big step forward. Then, thinking long term, FT could happen if you stuck it out from there.

 

[BigUnionGuy]

So I just had my first interview on Nov. 21st. I'm waiting for the background check. If I'm hired as a part time package handler and it's only seasonal meaning no work after Jan. 2015. Is it worth it to accept a part time position that may may only last about 6 weeks?

Yep.

Looks good on a resume or job application.



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[silenze]

Yep.

Looks good on a resume or job application.



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Just 6 weeks at any company looks bad on a resume

 

[b1gj1m304]

you may be a bit old for the job.

A bit old for the job huh?? I'd love to hear someone in HR tell me that. I'm 46, is that too old?

 

[bleedinbrown58]

A bit old for the job huh?? I'd love to hear someone in HR tell me that. I'm 46, is that too old?

Too old to become permanent....most likely. UPS rarely keeps seasonals that old..that I've seen. It doesnn't mean you can't do the job....just means Brown views you as an injury liability.

 

[BigUnionGuy]

Just 6 weeks at any company looks bad on a resume

Only, if you change jobs on a regular basis.

Hired as temporary seasonal help @ UPS is a bonus.



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[Rainman]

A bit old for the job huh?? I'd love to hear someone in HR tell me that. I'm 46, is that too old?

I'm in my 50s. I personally wouldn't want to start that old, but we're all different. This is really a job for a younger man, but like most jobs, it's about desire to succeed rather than just physical ability. If you want to be successful you will be. If you don't have that desire, then give it up now.

 

[PT Car Washer]

A bit old for the job huh?? I'd love to hear someone in HR tell me that. I'm 46, is that too old?

How would you feel having some 19 year old PT sup telling you "you are not working hard enough" and "you need to pick up the pace". Nobody ever works hard enough.

 

[bleedinbrown58]

How would you feel having some 19 year old PT sup telling you "you are not working hard enough" and "you need to pick up the pace". Nobody ever works hard enough.

To be fair....if you can get it done..they don't bust your balls.

 

[BigUnionGuy]

How would you feel having some 19 year old PT sup telling you "you are not working hard enough" and "you need to pick up the pace". Nobody ever works hard enough.

"I am doing the best I can.... in the safest manner possible."

"Could you provide a complete demonstration ?"



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[PT Car Washer]

To be fair....if you can get it done..they don't bust your balls.

I was told once I was 99% effective and had better start working a lot harder.

 

[PT Car Washer]

"I am doing the best I can.... in the safest manner possible."

"Could you provide a complete demonstration ?"



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Most likely will not let you make seniority. The job can be very degrading.

 

[Wally]

A bit old for the job huh?? I'd love to hear someone in HR tell me that. I'm 46, is that too old?

Depends on the job.