Part-Time Delivery Driver—$42 Per Hour Top Rate,Full Benefits
Part-Time Opportunity in Somerville, MA
Key Part-Time Information
- Location: Somerville, MA
- Employer: UPS (Hiring for part-time roles in Somerville)
- Part-Time Job in Somerville: Delivery Driver — $42 Per Hour Top Rate, Full Benefits
- Posted: Recently listed part-time job.
- This part-time role in Somerville is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our UPS part-time team in Somerville, MA is growing.
- Benefit from working part-time in Somerville, a key hub for the Package Logistics And Last-mile Delivery industry.
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay: $21-$42/Hour (approx. $37.7k/Year)
- Benefits: Steady supplemental income with predictable weekly hours.
- Excellent work-life balance for part-time staff in Somerville.
Core Focus
- Core objectives involve your professional skills in a part-time capacity in Package Logistics And Last-mile Delivery.
About UPS & Our Culture
Forty-two dollars per hour. That is the Teamsters-negotiated top rate that a fully progressed UPS Package Car Driver earns under the current national master agreement — one of the highest hourly wages available to any delivery driver in America without a commercial driver's license. When you factor in the full family health insurance, the defined-benefit pension, the paid vacation, and the annual raises built into the Teamsters contract, the total compensation package of a UPS delivery driver is genuinely exceptional by any measure. If you have been researching high-paying driver jobs near me and want to understand what the ceiling looks like, this is it — and UPS promotes almost exclusively from within, meaning today's new hire is tomorrow's top earner.
What Our Team Says (Employee Reviews)
"People see me driving the brown truck and assume it is just a job. It is not — it is the best financial decision I ever made. I am at top rate now, my pension statement grows every quarter, my family's healthcare costs us almost nothing, and I have more paid time off than I know what to do with. I have been offered office jobs that pay less total compensation than I earn driving. If you want a high-paying driver job that builds generational wealth, UPS is where you want to be." - Current Top-Rate Package Car Driver, Houston, TX.
Role Overview & Responsibilities
As a UPS Delivery Driver on the path to top rate, you begin your driver career at the contractual starting wage and progress through annual Teamsters-guaranteed raises until you reach the industry-leading $42 per hour top rate — typically achieved within four years of full-time driving. Every year of progression is contractually guaranteed, not discretionary.
- Daily Route Ownership: Take full ownership of your assigned delivery route — knowing your stops, understanding your customers' preferences, mastering the most efficient sequence, and consistently hitting the service metrics that build a reputation as one of the most reliable drivers in your building.
- Contractual Wage Progression: Progress through the Teamsters-negotiated wage scale on a guaranteed annual timeline — no performance reviews determining your raise, no manager discretion involved — just a contractual right to higher pay every year you drive for UPS.
- Long-Term Career Building: Build the seniority that unlocks bid rights for preferred routes, vacation weeks, and shift assignments — UPS seniority is the most valuable non-monetary asset a package car driver accumulates over a career, and it compounds every year you stay.
Benefits & Perks
UPS Delivery Drivers at top rate earn $42 per hour under the current Teamsters national master agreement — among the highest in the parcel delivery industry without a CDL. Full family medical, dental, and vision insurance with low out-of-pocket costs, a defined-benefit Teamsters pension, five or more weeks of paid vacation at seniority, paid holidays, paid sick time, and a 401(k) with company match complete a total compensation package that consistently outperforms comparable roles at competing carriers. This is not just a high-paying driver job — it is a career that pays for your retirement.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Delivery Driver—$42 Per Hour Top Rate,Full Benefits position pay at UPS?
This role offers a pay range of $21 - $42. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Somerville.
Where is this Delivery Driver—$42 Per Hour Top Rate,Full Benefits job located?
This position is based in Somerville, MA. UPS has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Somerville.
How many hours per week is this part-time Delivery Driver—$42 Per Hour Top Rate,Full Benefits 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.
Do I need my own vehicle for this delivery role?
UPS typically provides delivery vehicles and equipment. A valid driver's license is required. Check the specific requirements listed in the job description for this Somerville position.
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.
What are the physical requirements for this delivery position?
Delivery roles require the ability to lift, carry, and deliver packages weighing up to 50 lbs. You should be comfortable entering and exiting a vehicle frequently and walking throughout your shift, including stairs.