Columbia Contract:Weekend Warehouse Package Handler
Role Based in Columbia
Job Title: Weekend Warehouse Package Handler (Gig/Contract) Company: UPS Based in: Columbia, TN (our growing Columbia office) Status: New Columbia listing (actively interviewing).
Compensation: $18-$21/Hour (approx. $24.2k/Year) Benefits: Benefits may be available based on employment type. Set your own schedule.
Day-to-Day
This role centers on your professional skills within the Package Logistics space in Columbia.
- This Columbia-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our UPS team in Columbia, TN is growing.
- Benefit from working in Columbia, a key hub for the Package Logistics industry.
About UPS & Our Culture
Friday evening through Sunday night — that is when the UPS weekend operation runs at its highest volume, and it is when our Weekend Warehouse Package Handlers earn some of the strongest hourly rates in our entire package center network. If your Monday-through-Friday schedule is locked and you are hunting for weekend warehouse jobs that actually pay well, offer union benefits, and leave every weekday untouched, UPS weekend shifts were designed specifically for you. We are one of the only employers in the logistics industry offering weekend warehouse jobs near me with full Teamsters union representation, meaning your weekend hours come with the same contractual protections and pay guarantees as any full-time role.
What Our Team Says (Employee Reviews)
"I have a full-time desk job Monday through Friday and I work UPS weekends to pay down my mortgage faster. The weekend differential on top of the union wage makes the hourly rate genuinely excellent, and I get my full weekdays completely untouched. In two years I have built a serious financial cushion on this schedule. If you are looking for legitimate weekend warehouse jobs near me that respect your weekday life, UPS is it." - Current Weekend Package Handler, Indianapolis, IN.
Role Overview & Responsibilities
As a UPS Weekend Warehouse Package Handler, you work Friday evening through Sunday sort shifts inside our package center, processing the weekend's elevated residential delivery and pickup volume that builds throughout the week and peaks on Saturday and Sunday sort windows.
- Weekend Volume Processing: Sort, load, and unload the high-density package volume that accumulates through the week, operating at peak throughput across Friday night, Saturday, and Sunday shifts to clear the facility for Monday morning delivery routes.
- Weekend Surge Handling: Navigate the additional volume generated by weekend e-commerce orders and residential pickups, adapting quickly to higher-than-weekday sort targets that UPS weekend shifts routinely reach.
- Trailer Loading & Unloading: Pull inbound packages from arriving trailers and build outbound loads in package cars and linehaul lanes, using UPS-approved stacking methods to maintain load quality standards across all weekend shifts.
Benefits & Perks
UPS Weekend Warehouse Package Handlers receive a weekend shift differential on top of the Teamsters base union wage. Full medical, dental, and vision benefits, pension accrual, paid personal time, and UPS Earn & Learn tuition assistance apply regardless of your part-time weekend schedule. Weekly paychecks are direct-deposited every Friday. Your entire Monday-through-Friday schedule remains completely untouched.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Warehouse Package Handler position pay at UPS?
This role offers a pay range of $18 - $21. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Columbia.
Where is this Warehouse Package Handler job located?
This position is based in Columbia, TN. UPS has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Columbia.
How many hours per week is this part-time Warehouse Package Handler role?
Part-time positions at UPS generally range from 20 to 30 hours per week with flexible scheduling options. Exact hours depend on business needs and your availability.
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.
Are weekend-only schedules available for this position?
UPS offers various scheduling options including weekend shifts. Weekend schedules may come with additional premium pay. Check with the hiring team for current availability in Columbia.
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.
