How to Become a UPS Driver | STEP BY STEP 📦 

Yes for the lucky ones that gets hired off the street but MOST have to work in the warehouse 1st b4 becoming a driver.

You don’t find many UPS drivers using social media to answer questions, comments, &concerns about the company. I appreciate you

Yo bro, I like your energy, you seem like a genuinely positive person. Keep being awesome

Love this video Randy! I am a step van driver with my Amazon DSP. I drive the same truck you drive. I've been driving the box truck for over two years now. Been an Amazon delivery driver for almost three years now but thinking about delivering for UPS someday. I love the physical aspect of the job and working at a good and fast pace. I watch all of your videos. Keep up the good work and stay safe out there delivering!!

Love the “love Jesus” at the end! That explains it all. God bless you bro. Chris UPS driver in central NY.

First time watching, great job Randy. I am drawn to watching anything UPS because my partner was a driver, long term back in the day. Started in the 70's. Retired at 60, 30 years in. Thought it was hard work but loved it. God bless you also.

I really had my eye on this position and this video helped so much!

I don’t work for ups my best friend does and I’m looking to get into the tractor trailer position. U still got to know ur 5 and 10s right? That’s just as important lol. Have a blessed one bro continue to the work for the lord and spread love! ✊🏾🔥

Wow! Sounds like a good gig! Thanks for the info.

I’m starting to work there soon! My test run is tomorrow, I’d be working in the store with my mother! :)

Hello Randy, love your videos. I'm just starting my journey a bit late in life so I hope at 51 I can handle doing this job. But can you cover what to expect during your Driver Test for the Brown Trucks and what to look out for? Thanks again!!

Hey Randy, I found this video very helpful I just thought that people don’t just become drivers that fast you must work in the hub (warehouse) for a year or 2 then you become a driver I could be wrong? Keep up the good work!

Great video man. A couple years ago I started on local sort and then went driving. My third day I got injured. I was offered to go back to local saw, but I was so embarrassed that I just couldnt do it. Fast track to now my knee is a lot better and I want to give another shot so I’m hoping in the spring to go back to local sort and try it again.

Great stuff, Randy!! Your positive attitude is infectious. I hope UPS knows how much you love your job! You set a great example for what a successful young working man should be. You don’t see many young guys today displaying your energy, positivity and work ethic. Lastly, don’t forget about the incredible union that you are a part of- The Teamsters. Maybe some info about that in future videos. Again, great stuff! Keep it up!

God bless you brother thanks for sharing you’ve got a great heart

Thumbs Up! Always wondered how it goes .

Great video! I’m a UPS driver in UK, I love it and earn an amazing salary 😁

Love your video the one thing you left out once they pass training. They will be going out with a driver. The UPS driver train the newer driver. Every new driver they get a training route and that route has less stop

Brilliant video...and great dance moves😂

I am suprised UPS has not shut you down or tried to? Even tho you represent in a positive manner! I have been retired 1 yr now. 37.5 in pkg and 2.5 PT. It was good to me but hard work! Keep up the good work!

The hiring process is really weird. i am a loader right now and I had to file a grievance over lost seniority because management hired too many seasonal and didn’t put up a bid sheet for the loaders. But now I’m going to Integrad in April!

Appreciate the tips! I might have to make the switch one day. 😆

Love UPS Delivery Vans are cool.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Love the attitude brotha I have my road test tomorrow then orientation Hope it works out for me.

I’ve got my interview and road test on Monday! I’m really hoping to get in! I’m pre nervous for the interview so hope I crush it!

I send in my application and I get a call so far so good I am waiting for my driving test, so i am praying for the space ,bless up yourself thank for the info 🙏😁

This video just randomly showed up in my feed. I did subscribe though. I've never realized how all this UPS stuff works. I've worked for a carpet cleaning service in southern Oklahoma for the past 18 years. Maybe UPS is calling my name? Take care

Nice video. Good luck in your career at UPS

Just for further clarification, the current contract negotiations/new contract would make it to where all drivers are RPCD drivers.

Thank you for making this video, I worked for Amazon and FedEx doing delivery driving. But I want the benefits and pay of ups. But I thought I had to start off in the ware house first

I just got hired as a pre-loader. I’m looking forward to what my future with UPS can look like!

This video is gonna blow up very very soon

This is a good video with some decent information. Keep in mind though the company operates differently depending on which part of the country you live in. UPS & the Teamsters are under what are called supplements which are different than the natuonal master agreement. I am a 22.4 in the Northeast and the hiring process is absolutely nothing like what Randy described here.

Thank you for this video .

I’m starting as a pre loader in hopes to someday get on a truck, been a Delivery driver and package courier since I graduated high school, I started out with DHL , then Amazon Dsp Deliveries, then went to FedEx Ground Delivery services, I conversed with a few Ups drivers in my area and knew this was the move I had to make in my career as a package delivery driver, I’m not fond of the idea of working inside of a building but knowing the possibility that I could make it to driver position is worth it, I’m use to the long days heavy lifting and the need to rush to get the packages delivered on a set time schedule, what really got me interested in working for Ups is the structure, benefits, the ability to move up in positions and the respect UPS has over other delivery services.

Hi Randy. Thanks for the video. I just did my second peak season this time as a driver helper so I felt like I needed to get up in that jump seat and run packages. I'm totally cool with starting in the warehouse. Do you have any advice for me? I never missed a day and I think being on time is being late.

You really got to be a committed person to work at UPS spend years working at a warehouse to get a driver position and then you have to stay to make sure that it’s worth it by driving for probably at least three years. I got my CDL would’ve loved to work for UPS but after 1.5 years of driving I was over that. I took that money reinvested it into a new skill now I specialize in redecking swimming pools. I really love my job but man I have to admit I still think about if I would have been a UPS driver. Grass is always greener on the other side.

How about a thorough break down of initial road test and written text expectations? Non cdl

Absolutely love your videos!! So inspiring! I've been struggling with what I want to do as a full time career, but after watching your videos, I've been thinking about working as a delivery driver as a full time career job for myself. I really appreciate all the tips and information. I'm definitely going to be looking into getting a job with UPS! God Bless you! Keep loving Jesus :)

Great video, I thought everyone starts working in the wearhouse before becoming a driver.

this guy rules

Was "let go" in 2016 by UPS after 21 years at the only job I really loved. Always ran good numbers and ran bonus daily, but 1 bad day after years of crappy loaders sealed my fate(not delivering 2 misloads) ended that. even at 55 I could still rock just like a "runner" and run under except for them damn Mall routes as they have really lousy time studies

Randy that is a really good informative video on UPS. Just one question:- Do they keep 60 plus guys who are physically fit??

What would you suggest wearing to the interview? Very informative video, thank you.

Sounds good, Probably I'll switch from Amazon (current step van driver) to UPS

Thanks God Randy I m the lucky one got in ups as a driver from street

Great video I’m hoping to take it one step further and try to get hired as a feeder driver like my dad

To anyone wondering, the site to apply on is Jobs-UPS, not UPS-Jobs like it says in the video.

What is your schedule like? Do you work everyday and how many hours typically? Also how are holidays handled?

Thanks for the video

You went straight into driving, that’s crazy! One of the lucky ones everyone i know including myself has to work the warehouse, I run a route at FedEx ground get done then do the twilight shift at ups praying I get drafted soon to become a driver I’ve been signing those bids I’ll take whatever the shitty routes that nobody wants I don’t care whatever to get me out the warehouse 😂

Can you make a video on how to know what routes to do first so you don’t go back to the same block

Thanks in Oklahoma, I will give it a shot.

Was hoping for more info on how to get the call and how to apply it seems like that’s gonna be the hardest part for me

PSA: UPS typically hires drivers from within the company - it’s not common that they post driving jobs to anybody as we are in a union. They only do once they’ve exhausted the list of *union employees* who want to drive and are then desperate to find drivers. The typical route to becoming a driver involves starting part time in the warehouse. Then once you gain 6 months seniority you can sign up on the driver lists, they are posted in the hub for 1 month in October, some hubs do April too. They will also post emergency driving lists at other times when needed, still before hiring off the streets. The lists then go by highest seniority, so depending how many drivers are needed you might be waiting for a long time, like years. Then the driving school they send you to is very rigorous, I work with a few guys who did not make it through and were sent back to the hub. I also work with many 22.4 “drivers” who are stuck in the hub right now, please note that 22.4 is not the same as a regular driver…. it’s a driving/inside combo. You’re basically a cover driver when needed but are sent inside the hub when not needed to drive, you’re not paid the same and I’ve heard people get stuck in that position not able to be come a real driver.

Worked for UPS for 10 years. Overall Iif you wan tto work for this company that cares about numbers rather than people, work here. The reality is that these jobs go to people with senority within the hub not on the website. Most Major Hubs are about a 5 to 7 year wait for brown car driver. Overall I did this job and got the route called the "ball Breaker" got yelled at every night because I ran late due to preload.

Heads up, as of right now (I'm SoCal based) there are layoffs and nobody will be moved up to drivers for a long time now

Where I'm from, in New York it's work 40 days within a 70 day period

You forgot to mention when you’re in your probation don’t hit anything either you put one little scratch in the truck and it’s game over

Bro I got a job offer as a driver helper/walker (seasonal position) hopefully I can get into being a driver. Drove for Amazon for a year.

This looks all new. I tried applying when we first move to Norcal mt shasta 3 years ago.. I went online. tried doin the steps. then they wanted some test online. I couldn't figure it out. I think its sucks its all online. u should be abled to apply in person..

While you making videos I know them AIRS better be on time!!!😂😂😂 I been 22.4 for 1yr so far. Intergrad is hardest part for real.

My 30 days are almost done! Definitely worth the hard work

can you do a state transfer? For example if you start driving for UPS in NC, and need to move out to OR, a different state, will they allow that?

SMASH SMASH SSSSMAAASH that like button. Thanks for the info!

Hey HR reached out to me after a couple weeks and ask if I was still interested in the position of cover driver. Should I do this and do you know the 5 year hourly pay per year.

I live in Southern California , I followed every instruction you said but the only position available nearby is warehouse handler at starting pay is $16.10, any advise?

Do you have to know how to drive stick shift because I have a CDL-A but I’m only restricted to automatic and if I wanted to drive the small trucks do I still need to know how to drive a manual transmission

I have road test on the 27th September. Can you guide me on that. I think they also call it the DOT physical

I have orientation for seasonal feeder driver next week do they offer you a postion even if its not a driver postion when the season over 🤔 and is it possible i could get hired on as a driver with out going in the warehouse?

Hey Randy Good Video I Always Wanted To Become A UPS Driver....One Question I Have A Certificate Of Completion Of Shipping And Receiving Is That A Good Plus?

Awesome

whaat is the difference between a city driver and a freight PU delivery driver? I want to drive a truck like this.

I'm starting Tuesday 10/10/2023 as a seasonal worker, what do i need to do to stay after those 3 months end.

Great video. But..In my case, Fl I been working in the warehouse as unloader for year and a half getting pay 2-3 hours a day and physically so tired that I can’t even perform my second job. Because is a fact: working for UPS in the warehouse is not enough to pay even the half of a rent here. The drivers that get in from the street got fired after peak season. At lest this is my case in Florida. Thanks four your videos. 👍🏼

I got a hire date for a seasonal driver helper. I hope it turns into something permanent. I have to go in Monday for 4 hours. I don't know what its gonna entaile but I'm nervous!!!

It’s 40 days here in Chicago

Currently I’m in the army geting out with in 6 months if there’s no spots where I am is there like a military recruiter or a way that ex military could submit there resume and be front loaded on the list ? Found couple old articles but no new information on any of this maby you know ?

Do you need a cdl license? And what's the difference in pay between the two?

What do they most focus on during the road test?

Nevada makes you start in the warehouse then during integrad you must recite your 5’s and 10,s verbatim!!!

Will we need the license for driving the trucks before hand or do they provide training for it?

Once management needs some dirt on this guy they'll be claiming he stole time makin this video. Keep skipping your lunch rookie! They love it when you falsify your timecard so they can scare you with losing your job or just fire you because Randy 2.0 is here and he's slightly faster and will be making less money.

When I looked up UPS delivery driver jobs, there's only about 40 listed in the entire country. Typing "RPCD" doesn't work, nothing comes up. Is there some other way to become a driver? If I become a package handler at a warehouse nearby, will I get a chance to become a driver soon after? Not sure how to do it. Live in NJ near Philadelphia by the way.

Whats up Randy, I used to work for ups in Miami Florida as a warehouse worker. Are they still doing the Manuel driving portion to become a driver or does that depend on the state.

I applied for a position to be a casual package driver 2 weeks ago, during that time i was waiting to take my road test, but the shift ended up being taken. My road test is tmw should i still take the road test even though the job position is no longer available?

Do you have to become a package handler first before becoming a trained driver?

I have a cdl already my question is after the dot medical. Is that something you renew or is it a pre hire thing. Thanks

Hold Up , Where do you work where you can Bypass the warehouse to become a driver? I had to wait a year and a half in the warehouse before I was considered.

And was hoping for more info about the license needed

Would you recommend being a tcd in hope to becoming a fulltime driver ?

Does ups give you a sequence of stops like 1-2-3-4-5 and you go in order or is it just a bunch of dots on a map and you figure it out because I worked for FedEx Express and they just had a bunch of dots on a map when I was there and about 5 pickups per route with hour long commit times and we were told to just figure it out

Like many have said before, what he’s saying is not the norm. Most UPS drivers start as part-time warehouse employees. Generally speaking you would start loading trailers or the brownies (delivery trucks) for 2-10 years, depending on your buildings’ needs. Then you have the opportunity to apply for delivery driver(rpcd). Seniority rules at UPS. When you go driving, you have 30 working days of probation(make packet, make book, different areas call it differently). After that, you’re good, UPS cannot legitimately fire you for anything other than stealing, fighting, or any other forms of dishonesty or creating a hostile work environment. The good thing is, the Union (Teamsters), will fight to get your job back if you are fired. Hub(warehouse) work is back breaking, most people have 2 or 3 jobs while waiting for the opportunity to go driving. You can get lucky and get hired off of the street but it’s rare, and not the best way to get hired… Learn every level of logistics and move up traditionally and you’ll have an easier time overall.

But do you have to work at the warehouse first before becoming a driver ? Or can you become a driver and skipping the warehouse part ?

Hey what the step rate for the yearly increase? At how many years does it take to reach the full hourly rate? When you get off probation do you get a route no matter what or is there a chance you won’t have enough seniority to hold a route?

Hey Randy I am an Okie, I don’t see any positions posted as a driver. Are they rare to find? Is the warehouse a good way to get a foot in? I am in OKC

There rumors going around that they gonna lay off junior 22.4 drivers. My union manager told me they might lay off couple of people in my terminal.

Hi Randy. I am trying to help my brother land this position. He currently has a road test scheduled. Any tips for this ? Thanks in advance !

I drive a 53’ trailer How can I apply to drive a step van ? And get that career position

I'ts hard to become a UPS Driver in CA , I'm Currently working as a Amazon DSP Driver and you know it :)