Well, not that it matters to me but.....would you rather load/unload trucks for $8.50 in the hot/cold and pay union dues or would you rather stock shelves for $9.90 in a climate controlled environment and not pay dues? For part-timers, it would be a simple choice with the exception of one thing. The Earn and Learn program. That is the only thing bringing in new help. Good college money for these kids. Our $8.50 start for loading/unloading is a disgrace in my opinion. But that is just that, my opinion.It has to be that high to sucker them into working there. And I do believe a dollar raise is given within a year at UPS. How much of a raise do Walmart employees get ???? I am not saying the part-time rate at UPS should not be higher, just saying I think it would be better working at UPS than Walmart.. Does Walmart still show that video in orientation about how unions are bad for America, with the circle and line through the word union??? They must be scared the employees at Walmart will one day be smart enough to want to start a union....