Ames Contract:Sunrise Sort Warehouse Associate
Your Next Step in Ames
Flexible Role in Ames: Sunrise Sort Warehouse Associate Employer: UPS (Hiring in Ames) Based in: Ames, IA (our main Ames branch) Status: New Ames listing (actively interviewing).
Pay: $21-$24/Hour (approx. $27.2k/Year) Benefits: Benefits may be available based on employment type. Flexible contract/gig opportunity in Ames.
Position Scope
Apply your your professional skills skills at our Ames location.
- This Ames-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our UPS team in Ames, IA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Ames, a key hub for the Package Logistics industry.
About UPS & Our Culture
The city is barely awake, but the UPS Sunrise Sort is already running at full velocity. Our early-morning sort window — typically 4:00 AM to 9:00 AM — processes the overflow volume from the overnight sort cycle, ensuring that every delivery package car is fully loaded and driver-ready before the morning rush begins. These unique early-morning UPS warehouse jobs are perfect for individuals who want to finish work while most people are still commuting, then enjoy a completely free afternoon. If you value schedule flexibility alongside genuine logistics careers, the Sunrise Sort is your optimal shift window.
What Our Team Says (Employee Reviews)
"I wake up at 3:30 AM, work an intense and satisfying four-hour sort, and I am done before 9:00 AM with a full afternoon ahead of me. The shift differential adds real money to the base hourly rate, the team is very focused and professional, and UPS's Earn & Learn program is funding my nursing prerequisites in the afternoons. This UPS warehouse job genuinely changed the trajectory of my life." - Current Sunrise Sort Associate, Nashville, TN.
Role Overview & Responsibilities
As a UPS Sunrise Sort Warehouse Associate, you process remaining overnight volume and final preload functions during the critical pre-departure window inside our package center, ensuring every driver can depart on time with a complete, accurate load.
- Overflow Sort Processing: Sort remaining overnight packages that exceeded the previous shift's sort capacity, accurately reading destination labels and routing parcels to the correct outbound lanes before the preload deadline.
- Final Car Checks: Walk assigned package cars before driver departure, verifying that all packages are scanned, load quality meets UPS standards, and no oversized or air packages are misloaded in ground positions.
- Air Package Priority Sweep: Conduct a final audit of the sort floor for any UPS Next Day Air or 2nd Day Air packages that did not clear the overnight sort, escalating any found air commits to the supervisor for immediate priority routing.
Benefits & Perks
Sunrise Sort Associates earn an early-morning shift differential on top of the Teamsters base hourly rate. Full union benefits — medical, dental, vision, and pension — apply from the first day of Teamsters eligibility. UPS Earn & Learn tuition assistance and paid personal time are included, making this one of the most schedule-friendly warehouse jobs in the market.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Sunrise Sort Warehouse Associate position pay at UPS?
This role offers a pay range of $21 - $24. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Ames.
Where is this Sunrise Sort Warehouse Associate job located?
This position is based in Ames, IA. UPS has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Ames.
What are the overnight shift hours?
Overnight shifts at UPS in Ames typically run from approximately 6:00 PM to 4:30 AM, though exact times may vary by facility. Night shift roles often come with shift differential pay on top of the base rate.
What benefits does UPS offer for this position?
UPS provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does UPS offer tuition assistance or education benefits?
Yes, UPS offers fully funded tuition reimbursement programs. Eligible associates can pursue degrees and certifications at no cost through programs like Career Choice, covering tuition, books, and fees.
Is there extra pay for overnight or weekend shifts?
Yes, UPS offers shift differential premiums added directly to your base hourly rate for overnight and certain weekend shifts, significantly boosting your total compensation.
