Also called: Package Sorter, Hub Loader
Loads, unloads, and sorts packages at shipping hubs for companies like UPS and FedEx.
Package handlers work fast-paced shifts, often at night, unloading trailers onto conveyors, scanning boxes, and stacking them tightly into delivery trucks. Many get tuition help and promotions.
No formal education, about 0 years after high school. No degree; trained on the job.
Ways in: On-the-job training. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Growing slowly (about 1% over 10 years). BLS 2025-35 projection band for SOC 53-7062: Slower than average (1% to 2%).
Medium risk in 5 years, high in 10. Automated sorters and robot unloaders are taking over hub work; fewer handler jobs by 2036.
Age 18+. One way to start: Apply online at UPS, FedEx or Amazon for package handler shifts
Classes: PE or fitness, Math.
Official data: O*NET occupation 53-7062.
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