UPS raised me from $9.50 an hour to $100K a year without a degree. I'm glad my 21 years with the company paid off

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UPS worker starts at a warehouse and eventually becomes a delivery driver, earning $100,000 a year.

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The job is physically demanding and sometimes challenging due to company policies.

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The worker initially struggled to balance work and personal life, but with support from their union and a change in shift, they were able to improve.

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After three years, the worker transitioned to a delivery truck driver, earning a higher wage.

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Being a delivery driver requires physical labor and driving skills, with some challenges like manual gears and blind spots.

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UPS provides benefits such as good health insurance, a 401(k), and discounts on travel.

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The worker values the sense of family and connection at UPS, but notes some changes in recent years.

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Despite being a perfectionist and sometimes missing family time, the worker is grateful for their job and the opportunities it provides.

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