UPS Part-Time Warehouse Sorter
Role Based in Avondale
Fast Facts
- Status: New Avondale listing (actively interviewing).
- Job Title: Part-time Warehouse Sorter
- Company: UPS
- Location: Avondale, AZ
- This Avondale-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our UPS team in Avondale, AZ is growing.
- Benefit from working in Avondale, a key hub for the Package Logistics industry.
Pay & Perks
- Salary: $23-$26/Hour (approx. $29.6k/Year)
- Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package.
- Impactful work with supportive local leadership.
Position Scope
- Core objectives involve your professional skills in Package Logistics.
About UPS & Our Culture
Speed and accuracy are the twin pillars of the UPS sort operation — and our Part-Time Warehouse Sorters are the skilled associates who deliver both on every shift. At UPS, we have built one of the most respected part-time warehouse job cultures in American logistics, offering short sort shifts that fit neatly around full-time school schedules, primary careers, and family obligations. Our UPS part-time jobs come backed by Teamsters union representation, meaning the wages, benefits, and working conditions you experience here are contractually protected — not subject to the whims of any single manager or market cycle.
What Our Team Says (Employee Reviews)
"I have worked several part-time warehouse jobs over the years and UPS is not even close — the union contract makes it incomparable. My sort shift runs from 11 PM to 3 AM, I drive to work with zero traffic, and the overnight differential puts my hourly rate well above anything else in this market for a part-time position. I have been here two years and I am now training to move into a full-time driver role." - Current Part-Time Warehouse Sorter, Sacramento, CA.
Role Overview & Responsibilities
As a UPS Part-Time Warehouse Sorter, you work a dedicated 3.5 to 5 hour sort shift inside our package center, reading destination labels and routing packages across high-speed conveyor systems with the accuracy that UPS customers depend on for every delivery.
- Label Reading & Diversion: Rapidly identify destination zip codes and routing codes on packages traveling down moving conveyor belts, physically diverting each parcel to the correct outbound chute with zero hesitation and consistent accuracy.
- Chute Overflow Management: Monitor assigned outbound chutes for overflow conditions, pulling full containers and replacing them immediately to maintain continuous sort flow throughout the peak belt window.
- Jam Clearance: Identify and clear package jams on conveyor lines immediately upon detection, communicating any recurring mechanical issues to the shift supervisor before they impact sort velocity targets.
Benefits & Perks
UPS Part-Time Warehouse Sorters earn Teamsters union wages plus an overnight shift differential where applicable. Medical, dental, and vision benefits, pension contributions, and UPS Earn & Learn tuition assistance of up to $25,000 are all included. Weekly paychecks and paid personal days make this one of the highest-value part-time warehouse jobs available in the logistics industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the UPS Part position pay at UPS?
This role offers a pay range of $23 - $26. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Avondale.
Where is this UPS Part job located?
This position is based in Avondale, AZ. UPS has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Avondale.
What are the overnight shift hours?
Overnight shifts at UPS in Avondale 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.
How many hours per week is this part-time UPS Part 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.
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.
