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ST. LOUIS, Mo. – As the holiday season approaches, UPS announced earlier this week they will be hiring over 1,200 seasonal employees in the St. Louis and Earth City areas.

A spokesperson from UPS says the company is preparing for a “record peak holiday season” and need tractor-trailer and package car drivers, package handlers, and driver helpers.

The jobs pay range from $14.50 to $30 an hour. Seasonal jobs may also become permanent as needed.

Eligible UPS employees can receive can also receive employee benefits that include up to $25,000 in tuition assistance.