UPS Commercial Box Truck Driver (Straight Truck)
Minneapolis Role Highlights
Key Information
- Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is included.
- Company: United Parcel Service (UPS)
- Core objectives involve your professional skills in Logistics And Transportation.
- Based in: Minneapolis, MN (our growing Minneapolis office)
- Pay: $4.5k-$7.7k/Month (approx. $73.7k/Year)
- Impactful work with supportive local leadership.
- Position: UPS Commercial Box Truck Driver (Based in Minneapolis)
- This Minneapolis-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our United Parcel Service (UPS) team in Minneapolis, MN is growing.
- Benefit from working in Minneapolis, a key hub for the Logistics And Transportation industry.
Drive the Heavy Freight for UPS
While the iconic package cars handle residential streets, UPS relies on massive commercial straight trucks to manage its heaviest commercial volume. As a UPS Commercial Box Truck Driver, you are the physical face of one of the world's most recognized logistics brands, specifically targeting bulk pickups, massive commercial drop-offs, and critical facility-to-facility transfers. This is a physically demanding, high-responsibility career that offers some of the most lucrative compensation and benefits packages in the transportation industry, providing lifelong stability and immense union protections.
The UPS Box Truck Operations
- Bulk Commercial Routing: Navigate a densely packed commercial route using a 24-to-26-foot box truck. You will execute massive, multi-pallet drops to retail distribution centers, corporate mailrooms, and industrial warehouses.
- Freight Handling: Utilize hydraulic liftgates and manual pallet jacks to load and unload towering pallets of packages, frequently sweeping entire shipping docks of outgoing commercial freight.
- Commercial Vehicle Mastery: Safely pilot a heavy-duty commercial truck in all weather and traffic conditions, performing rigorous pre-trip and post-trip vehicle safety inspections and adhering strictly to DOT regulations.
The Ultimate Corporate Advantage
UPS box truck drivers enjoy top-tier hourly wages that rapidly progress through Teamsters union contracts, culminating in massive earning potential and highly lucrative overtime. You will benefit from zero-premium, top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance, alongside a legendary traditional pension plan.
Requirements
Must be at least 21 years old with a valid U.S. driver's license and an excellent driving record. A Class B CDL is strongly preferred and often required depending on the specific weight rating of the truck assigned. You must possess elite physical stamina and pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exam. A comprehensive background check is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the UPS Commercial Box Truck Driver position pay at United Parcel Service (UPS)?
This role offers a pay range of $4,550 - $7,735. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Minneapolis.
Where is this UPS Commercial Box Truck Driver job located?
This position is based in Minneapolis, MN. United Parcel Service (UPS) has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Minneapolis.
Do I need my own vehicle for this delivery role?
United Parcel Service (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 Minneapolis position.
What benefits does United Parcel Service (UPS) offer for this position?
United Parcel Service (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.
What does a typical day look like as a UPS Commercial Box Truck Driver?
A typical shift involves loading your vehicle at an United Parcel Service (UPS) delivery station, then following an optimized route to deliver 150-300 packages to customers in the Minneapolis area. You'll use a mobile app for navigation and delivery confirmation.
