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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The pandemic left many people without a job, but now UPS says it wants to help fill that gap.

The logistics giant says it needs more workers, as the shipping volume continues to soar. That's why it's hosting a hiring blitz on Saturday, March 6.

To handle the expected volume of applicants, UPS is taking online applications for package handlers at UPSJobsKY.com. Applicants can also select a virtual interview spot. The 300 interview times are expected to fill quickly.

UPS is looking to fill package handler positions at 3 locations: Worldport, the Bluegrass Operations Center, and at the Louisville Centennial hub, located off of Outer Loop.

Starting pay is $14.50 an hour. Employees on certain shifts will also get a $300 weekly attendance bonus.

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