I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at UPS (Rancho Cordova, CA) in Mar 2008
Interview
Applied online after seeing a flyer for the position.
A large group of potential applicants were called to the facility to see an example of the work environment. At the end of the presentation, the manager had a very brief (1 min) interaction with the applicants.
After being called back, a very small group had to pass a drug/hearing/background check. We were also tested on safety rules.
After all I believe only two of us were offered a position.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
If you came across a box that seemed to be leaking and the bottom was damp, what would you do?
I applied in-person. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at UPS in Jun 2008
Interview
Upon completing an application, you'll get an e-mail telling you when your first interview is. In this first interview, you will fill out information on a computer. It's in a room so be prepared to be next to other people who will also be filling out information. Then you will go to a room and speak with one person, going over things such as pay, time you want to work, etc.
I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at UPS in Oct 2007
Interview
My initial communique with UPS was through their online job application. From there I was emailed to go to a presentation of the work environment. After that I was granted a one-on-one interview that went over basic job requirements and my application. When I was accepted, I went to the Dallas-Fort-Worth Airport UPS site to receive training. Training involved doing the things you would do as an Unloader. We unloaded trucks as well as these large bins that came from the aircraft onto the conveyor belts.
This is a fast-paced work environment so good stamina will help you a lot. Work culture is very results driven, if that would turn you off then don't apply. Co-workers were very helpful and the various supervisors can range from being very helpful to disdainful of your limited capabilities starting out.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
If we hired you, how long will you stay on the job?