UPS Driver's Viral Pay Stub Sparks Debate Over Union Benefits and College Salaries
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A Reddit user claiming to be a UPS delivery driver shared a pay stub showing $2,412.92 in weekly earnings, encouraging others to "organize or get exploited."
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The driver made nearly $45/hr for regular hours and $67/hr for overtime, attributing the high pay to being part of the Teamsters union.
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Many Reddit users were divided - some impressed by the pay transparency while others with college degrees felt underpaid.
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The driver highlighted the benefits of being in a union, including fully paid health insurance and pension without any premiums or deductibles.
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The new 5-year Teamsters contract with UPS provides raises up to $7.50/hr, ends forced overtime, adds A/C to trucks, and more paid holidays.