BRICK, NJ – Believe it or not, Christmas is a little over three months away. In preparation for the Christmas business, several companies in Brick are strengthening their workforce.
Whether you need a temporary gig while looking for a more permanent job, or just want to make a little extra cash to put gifts under the Christmas tree, there are numerous options for a wide variety of schedules and skills.
Here’s a look at the companies in and near Brick looking for seasonal workers:
US Postal Service
The postal service hopes to fill more than 40,000 seasonal jobs as the federal agency approaches peak season for mail and package deliveries. Positions range from urban and rural mail carriers to mail handlers and drivers, according to a press release this week. Check out the vacancies in our area by visiting usps.com/hiring.
UPS
UPS hires 100,000 part-time and full-time seasonal workers to meet demand for holiday delivery. The company primarily hires for parcel handlers, drivers and driver assistants who support drivers on delivery routes. Check out jobs near Brick by visiting www.jobs-ups.com.
FedEx
FedEx typically hires tens of thousands of employees to fill positions in package delivery, operations, warehousing, and retail centers. Even if the company has not yet announced its seasonal hiring plans for 2021, you can keep an eye on open positions at Brick at www.careers.fedex.com.
Amazon
Amazon plans to hire 125,000 permanent warehouse and logistics workers in the US ahead of the Christmas shopping season, according to a report by CNN. The company promises higher wages, new benefits and entry bonuses. Find vacancies near you at www.hiring.amazon.com.
Best buy
Best Buy typically hires thousands of seasonal workers across the country to fill positions in sales, customer service, merchandising inventory, automotive assembly technicians, and more. Even if the company has not yet announced its seasonal hiring plans for 2021, keep an eye on seasonal vacancies at www.bestbuy-jobs.com.
Kohls
Kohl’s said it will hire 90,000 seasonal workers to fill positions in stores and warehouses to meet customer demand. This year, seasonal workers are eligible for a $ 100 to $ 400 bonus for work during the holiday season. View available jobs near Brick by visiting careers.kohls.com.
Michaels
Michaels arts and crafts chain employs more than 20,000 workers in stores and distribution centers. Check out available jobs near Brick by visiting www.michaels.com/jobs.
gap
Gap Inc. added more than 50,000 seasonal jobs to its Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Intermix stores last year. While the company hasn’t announced any hiring plans for 2021 yet, you can check their website for open positions near Brick.
target
Target is currently hiring seasonal workers in locations across the country. How many jobs will be available this year is uncertain, but the company hired more than 130,000 temporary workers in the last holiday season. Discover open positions near Brick at www.jobs.target.com/seasonal.
Walmart
Walmart announced earlier this month that it will be hiring 20,000 people in its distribution centers across the country to keep goods moving during the holiday season. These positions are permanent, according to a CNBC report. Walmart has yet to announce any plans for seasonal workplaces at its retail locations. To view open positions near Brick, visit www.careers.walmart.com.
Macys
Macy’s typically hires both part-time and full-time seasonal workers before the holiday season. Visit the company’s website to see open positions.
