Life as an Amazon Delivery Driver (UK DSP COURIER 2021)

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  • Опубліковано 2 гру 2021
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    A walkthrough of what it is like to work as a dsp Amazon driver in 2021
    It’s not an easy job but I’m glad to say It keeps me healthy
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  • @aquanick2001
    @aquanick2001 2 роки тому +714

    Mate seriously that’s mental amount of stuff to do in a day! I order from Amazon quite a bit, and massively respect you guys for doing what you do.

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +42

      Thanks so much!!!!

    • @showsthatgame
      @showsthatgame 2 роки тому +10

      Heehaw compared to a construction worker mate

    • @showsthatgame
      @showsthatgame 2 роки тому +2

      Dont get me wrong. I can imagine thats no picnic for a job either mate..just sayin

    • @union310
      @union310 2 роки тому +7

      Are you happy paying tax whilst they don't?

    • @aquanick2001
      @aquanick2001 2 роки тому +4

      @@union310 who is “they”?

  • @tombartram7384
    @tombartram7384 2 роки тому +187

    You boys are legends. You have to find a new address for every drop. People are never in, their neighbours won't take in parcels. Cameras, bus lanes, rush hour traffic, trying to find somewhere to park, possibility of having your parcels/van nicked. Rain, snow, unlit roads .. the hazards are never-ending.
    THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +21

      Wow that comment was really appreciative thanks so much! It really is true

    • @davegrahamdj
      @davegrahamdj 2 роки тому +6

      I always get mine delivered to the amazon hub purely because I know the hassle it causes amazon drivers when im not in. Takes me 4 minutes to drive up to the hub. Now that i think of it maybe that not ideal as less parcel for amazon driver (less targets, commision etc?

    • @leonarddavies288
      @leonarddavies288 Рік тому +4

      Exactly and ppl selling tickets at train stations earn twice what these guys get and they winge about their pay it makes you puke

    • @gl2773
      @gl2773 Рік тому

      Dogs! Don't forget them. Loaded to the hilt with parcels when a dog you didn't know was there decides to hang off your arse.

    • @stevenschmidt7542
      @stevenschmidt7542 Рік тому

      this job is very very hard

  • @jasonclarke7422
    @jasonclarke7422 2 роки тому +109

    I genuinely did not realise how tough this job is, and add to that the stress of driving and also trying to find parking spaces on today’s crowded streets, I will never complain about my job again after watching you working, you all deserve a medal 🎖

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +2

      Hahaha thanks so much

    • @barrywilliams4866
      @barrywilliams4866 2 роки тому +4

      Agree totally, I've done delivery driving in the past where I'd cover over 150 miles per day doing 20 drops, that seems nothing compared to this however it's tiring just driving out on the roads and running into traffic where you lose so much time....not sure what's more stressful but these vast amounts of drops seems pretty overwhelming to me...the money is good, but how many hours are they working a week? Do the maths and they're probably on well less than £15 an hour..

    • @jasonclarke7422
      @jasonclarke7422 2 роки тому +1

      @@barrywilliams4866 I have worked in care for nearly 30 years supporting people with mental health issues, like most jobs it has become tougher over the years with extra work and responsibilities being given to staff by these new types of micro managers that really do not have a clue about the job as they have spent their lives sat in an office, without any real experience of doing the job itself, but I think I would still be better off working a 13 hour shift doing this than working for Amazon. I do not think that I could keep up that pace at my age 🤣

    • @barrywilliams4866
      @barrywilliams4866 2 роки тому +3

      @@jasonclarke7422 Both very stressful jobs, I'm not sure what breaking point is, lets keep getting people to do more and more, you can see why people go sick after a while, these days I'd sooner have less money but more free time to actually do things I enjoy, that actually cost very little as it happens....but with a lot of jobs that's hard to find, you have little choice sometimes, but this multi drop delivery job is bloody tough from all angles, the only positive is that when you're in that van you are your own boss and no two days are ever the same with many stories along the way....

  • @ryanelliott6457
    @ryanelliott6457 2 роки тому +130

    I left this job after a few weeks it was just way too stressful for me. I have mad respect for the people like you who are able to do it!!!

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +5

      Thanks

    • @ryhu5642
      @ryhu5642 2 роки тому +11

      Think I'd be getting too many speeding tickets. And parcels would get broken due to stress 😂 hats off to him

    • @maselm
      @maselm 2 роки тому +2

      Stick to the beak and e’s on a weekend Raza

    • @ryhu5642
      @ryhu5642 2 роки тому +4

      @@maselm okie dokie. Or just stick with what ur comfortable doing that brings in good money 😂

  • @MrGrunter0
    @MrGrunter0 2 роки тому +159

    Much respect for doing what looks like a exhausting and demanding job. It really is an essential role as we all depend upon your work in one way or another. A really good insight. As a train driver, I will never moan that I’m tired moving a lever back and forth.

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +14

      Ahahahaha you’re a legend for that comment, thank you very much!

    • @gameryears5282
      @gameryears5282 2 роки тому +1

      He states in the video it’s not tiring for him 😂

    • @phantombigballs8165
      @phantombigballs8165 2 роки тому +8

      Yeah and getting paid a small fortune for moving that lever .. when nurses, fire and police get paid a load less ... Never moan being a train driver

    • @helenHTID
      @helenHTID 2 роки тому +3

      @@phantombigballs8165 I mean, Yeah you can get paid up to 65K a year for being an experienced driver. You get around 25K starting out, Which is still not too shabby for learning the ropes. But don't put down the level of skills involved and the burden on their shoulders (Mr grunt being modest lol). Oh yes I agree hospital/emergency service people do deserve a healthy pay rise.. But it is what it is.

    • @richardevans7035
      @richardevans7035 2 роки тому +1

      I found getting in and out of the car 100 times plus is the hardest part

  • @Phil-Mecrakin
    @Phil-Mecrakin 2 роки тому +161

    Keep it up mate, 100% key-worker in my eyes through the pandemic, it’s a shame not a lot of people appreciate delivery drivers/HGV drivers.

  • @04williamsl
    @04williamsl 2 роки тому +46

    "People feel sorry for themselves no matter where they work" - one of the most correct sayings I've ever heard. I used to hate working for my last company. I've moved, and things are a lot better here, but also reflecting on it, they did actually try to treat staff well, they brought in flexible working hours and the ability to work from home (7 years before the pandemic began and everyone was doing it), they gave you free breakfasts and fresh fruit, they gave you unlimited holidays and a bunch of other staff perks.
    We just knew we got paid a lot less than everyone else in the industry, and honestly I could have moved jobs sooner, so really it's on me for not doing so. Good days were a plenty with my team, way more than the bad days

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +5

      That was a real interesting read! Thanks for the comment! And appreciation

    • @sukotu23
      @sukotu23 2 роки тому +1

      Some people don't have that luxury. Not everyone can "just move jobs". Sometimes it takes training to move to a different industry and sometimes people might not have the cash to retrain.
      Just because YOU managed to change jobs and improve your situation, doesn't mean we should stop advocating for better working conditions for everyone.
      Vote for left wing parties who fight for workers and not for corporations, and unionize. IWW (International Workers of the World) is a good place to start.

    • @04williamsl
      @04williamsl 2 роки тому

      @@sukotu23 I'm not saying move industry. Usually where you live there's multiple companies you can go to. Therefore, a lot of the time you don't need to retrain or get additional education.
      Sure, advocate for better working conditions. I'm not saying not to do such a thing. What I'm saying is that if you're not happy at a place, but one that actually offers quite good conditions, you just don't fit in. Or the pay just isnt as good... then move if you're able to.
      Also, if you're worried about cash moving from one job to the next, you do know you can get money from the government for this, right?

  • @Crimsonyte21
    @Crimsonyte21 8 місяців тому +13

    This is a very difficult job. Massive massive respect to you guys. I will be much more appreciative of the next driver that delivers my parcels...

  • @TheWorldOfWalter
    @TheWorldOfWalter 2 роки тому +165

    Appreciate every single one of you guys for the process you have to go through. There surely needs to be a way of making it easier for you guys to sort parcels when you have an overflow. Even a separate compartment in the van that makes parcels visible. Hats off mate. Proper legend!

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +14

      Appreciate that comment a lot

    • @lewissoar5573
      @lewissoar5573 2 роки тому +5

      That's what the yellow stickers on boxes are for. When I was doing this job I used to load all my overflow from the last 3 on the yellow sticker. (Example 1a 2b 2e etc) and check what you will be delivering first on the app. Saved me so much time!!

    • @subplex75656
      @subplex75656 Рік тому

      @Simon 1985 nice paragraph

  • @MrTerryb1956
    @MrTerryb1956 2 роки тому +41

    I was a self employed courier for about 3 years , it was the hardest job I've have ever had . Respect to you my friend

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +1

      It’s deff fast paced, thank you very much my friend

  • @lukerogers151
    @lukerogers151 2 роки тому +71

    Hard working and a very likeable, friendly lad. We'd be screwed without people like you! Subbed. Take care, friend

  • @frenchquarteralan
    @frenchquarteralan 2 роки тому +12

    Just as I was sat there feeling sorry for myself I watched your video and realised I have a lot to be grateful for. An excellent insight into a work life I suspected was hard but goodness it's tough. Well done you for taking us all on your journey.

  • @Nathan-cc1ej
    @Nathan-cc1ej 2 роки тому +81

    You seem a real down to earth guy and work hard also, keep it up bud, never thought I'd be watching a courier driver delivering parcels, alot of work goes into it, I understand that for sure, well done pal 🙌👏

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +5

      Thank you very much for your comment man I appreciate it

  • @mr.s5333
    @mr.s5333 2 роки тому +41

    Fascinating video showing how hard you guys work. I've always wondered how the process works and you have made this very enjoyable to watch. Keep up the great work Zac 👍

  • @KingofrockNroll
    @KingofrockNroll 4 місяці тому +1

    9:30 is the funniest part when he fell I love u bro

  • @designpatterns8168
    @designpatterns8168 2 роки тому +9

    ZAC - Can I just say a massive thanks to you and all the delivery drivers who have worked non stop, especially during the pandemic. Legends all of you.

  • @Markyreg
    @Markyreg 2 роки тому +39

    Thanks for an insight into your job and all the hard work you put into your day. I’m sure you’re under a lot of pressure to get your deliveries sorted on time etc so great to see you are really positive and still smiling at the end of your day - nice 1 buddy 👌👍

  • @Dontoyzy777
    @Dontoyzy777 2 роки тому +48

    I Couldnt do this mate, hats off to you! Invaluable service your providing 👏🏼

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +1

      Appreciate that man 💪

    • @carlmarquardt994
      @carlmarquardt994 2 роки тому

      Subbed. And yes bloody hard job. Loyal customer here. Are u able to choose the distribution company like the good one you mentioned? Also how on earth do u workout the loading of the van wothbthr drop off? Do u have to rummage though the whole van?

  • @goflydrone6447
    @goflydrone6447 2 роки тому +64

    As a Amazon customer it really showed me what you drivers have to do and will give me a LOT more patience ,not that I am impatient just human and forget sometimes that life has a lot of sides and to remember that ..I hope you get what I am trying to say hahah ..nice one matey ,you will go far in life I am sure of this after watching your vid..I totally agree that people should not be disrespectful to another person even if they are having a bad day themselves ..keep up the great work

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +3

      Wow thanks for that, really appreciate it, take car

    • @Cial
      @Cial 2 роки тому +5

      Anyone who moans at a delivery driver is a fool 😂 like the drivers going to personally call Jeff Bezos up and say "Mate Colin at 26 Wemdover Road is proper upset that his package was a day late" 🤭

    • @user.0704
      @user.0704 2 роки тому

      @@ZacJonesUA-cam you take car too lad 🚗

    • @urbanrc7237
      @urbanrc7237 Рік тому

      @@Cial 💀

  • @sarahwalters6979
    @sarahwalters6979 2 роки тому +53

    As someone who buys alot maybe to much from amazon I thank you for your service over the pandemic most of my delivery drivers have been polite and really respectful of social distance rules and I'm so glad you know how to use a ring doorbell my drivers seem scared of mine lol

  • @smith077906
    @smith077906 2 роки тому +28

    Big kudos to this man
    Not only does he work his socks off for Amazon. He decides to make a documentary as well!

  • @ritch8088
    @ritch8088 2 роки тому +28

    Currently sat at my desk at home eating a sandwich moaning about having to pull some report (not that hard). Then I come across this vid and think there is no way I should be complaining as the job you're doing is proper tough graft. Not only the work but the driving, contending with parking/ parking tickets etc. Bezos enjoying life in St Barts over Xmas because of people like you. Well done.

  • @ChristianMartt
    @ChristianMartt 4 місяці тому +1

    I’m so thankful for workers like you! Massive respect 🙌🏽👏🏽

  • @havocfire1ten
    @havocfire1ten 8 місяців тому +9

    Former Hermes and DPD driver here, I had some stress in those jobs (hermes parcelshop being the best), went for an "interview" with Amazon and ended up walking out and never coming back. I refused the job on the spot cos the stuff you guys do is insane! Massive respect to you all at Amazon! I've moved onto bus driving now and find it much better suited for my lifestyle.

    • @Gina-oi1gu
      @Gina-oi1gu 6 місяців тому

      What's the difference if any between hermes parcelshop and amazon? Thanks 😊

    • @havocfire1ten
      @havocfire1ten 6 місяців тому +1

      @@Gina-oi1gu you stop at maybe 9 shops and pick up a couple dump sacks full of parcels and then bring them back to the depot, after that it's job done. Very chilled out work, management was crap tho

    • @Gina-oi1gu
      @Gina-oi1gu 6 місяців тому

      Would you say there exactly the same? Hermes and amazon? Also would you say amazon is a bigger company than Hermes? Thanks in advance btw 😊

    • @havocfire1ten
      @havocfire1ten 6 місяців тому

      @@Gina-oi1gu not even close to the same, Amazon is a distributor whereas Hermes is a courier. Amazon compared to parcelshop is like apples to onions. Amazon would be closer to Hermes self employed courier work rather than Hermes parcelshop

    • @Gina-oi1gu
      @Gina-oi1gu 6 місяців тому

      @@havocfire1ten how long did you work for hermes and would you say they pay better than amazon? Thanks alot I really appreciate it 😊

  • @sheilam4525
    @sheilam4525 2 роки тому +15

    Wow! Very informative. What a fantastic job you do...looks quite stressful but also satisfying! We should all appreciate the hard work of the delivery drivers especially in recent times.👏. Great video!

  • @fletchsrv
    @fletchsrv 2 роки тому +11

    My home town so enjoyed playing 'Spot The Road!' Great respect for the graft you all put in - easy to forget it's guys like yourself making it all flow so smoothly.

  • @rob9994
    @rob9994 8 місяців тому +4

    You can deliver to me anytime bro! All joking aside, what a nice down to earth guy and he shows behind the scenes of what is a stressful job. Nice one mate!

  • @danielhenry8098
    @danielhenry8098 2 роки тому +21

    Been doing this job a couple of months now. By far the hardest job I’ve ever did. The amount of running throughout your shift is crazy. No time for breaks and no time for food. 90% of the time I enjoy it but you know yourself you do get some bad days. All part of the game. Keep up the good work pal 💪

  • @jazzles_d
    @jazzles_d 2 роки тому +5

    This was super eye opening, thanks for putting this video together! Huge respect, looks like a tough job!

  • @Summertime45356
    @Summertime45356 2 роки тому +3

    Great video it’s always good to see a hard working person who knows what they have to do to get by in life, and they do it with a smile on their face like you. Respect 🤜

  • @WhatsForTea
    @WhatsForTea 2 роки тому +76

    You seem such a lovely guy :) Subbed and wishing you success with your channel. Thanks for the video, very informative.

  • @moonpie21012
    @moonpie21012 5 місяців тому

    I have so much respect for your attitude and keeping positive. Life is not easy but at the end of day you’ve still got to do the job so you might as well have a smile on your face!

  • @lakesideaudio
    @lakesideaudio 2 роки тому +14

    Thanks Zac, I enjoyed this insight to the delivery drivers role, I buy a lot from Amazon and respect you guys for delivery’s everyday of the week , cheers mate

  • @dj_paultuk7052
    @dj_paultuk7052 2 роки тому +43

    This was a really good video showing the insight to what you do. Hope your employer does see this video as it shows what a hard dedicated and polite worker you are. Deserve to be recognised !.

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +3

      Thank you very much really appreciate this comment. He did actually see it. Haha

    • @sukchainroth1584
      @sukchainroth1584 2 роки тому +1

      I would second that comment. You're a lovely person and a credit to amazon delivery 😊

  • @kopilkaiser3903
    @kopilkaiser3903 9 місяців тому +1

    Massive respect and absolutely thankful to all the drivers out there. Thank you so much! For sharing this documentary. This have showed me the utter and complete hardwork and effort you guys go through. I myself also thinking to do some delivery job and see how it goes 😂😂😂

  • @iantho
    @iantho 2 роки тому +6

    Great video, thanks for giving us an insight into one of your busiest days of the year. I hope the Amazon/DSP bosses watch this so they can work out what improvements to make to better support all the hard-working drivers. Cheers!

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much

    • @smrangers22
      @smrangers22 2 роки тому +1

      Boss should get off their fat bums and go out for a week do the drops ! That's the only way things will change !

  • @ZacJonesYouTube
    @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +118

    Fun fact: 99% of this videos viewers are not subscribed, I’d love to take UA-cam seriously in the future and it would mean a lot to see more people subbing 👍🏻 have a nice day @zacjonesliverpool

    • @OneLove101.
      @OneLove101. 2 роки тому +6

      I subbed right away to thank you for taking the time to make this video 😀

    • @scotty6346
      @scotty6346 2 роки тому +4

      Subbed and liked mate 👍 I'm 60 yrs old and ex motor trade, I'm winding down to retirement now so happy to deliver food shopping for a major retailer in a rural area! It's good to get your insight into the parcel delivery role, Cheers.

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +2

      @@scotty6346 thank you very much Scotty for your comment! Best of luck in Retirement my friend

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +1

      @@OneLove101. thanks so much

    • @vicar19
      @vicar19 2 роки тому

      Get ya seatbelt on

  • @mistrydip2k
    @mistrydip2k 2 роки тому +3

    100% respect to you. Thank you for doing an amazing job.🙏🏽

  • @aks3245
    @aks3245 Рік тому

    Great insight and info mate. Thank you for doing what you do. Much appreciated.

  • @RetroScar
    @RetroScar 2 роки тому +1

    Well done lad portraying our day as dsp drivers, I’ve been doing this in Cardiff for a year now and some days are mad stressful. Others are great!! Isn’t it crazy how one happy customer can change your days mood too. Keep up with the hard work!! Thank you

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +1

      It is crazy how one customer can utterly change your vibe

  • @ScrotusXL
    @ScrotusXL 2 роки тому +5

    Great video, top lad. You are hard working, diligent and polite. You’ll go far mate👍😊

  • @truth3358
    @truth3358 2 роки тому +10

    I have done that job for 30 years and ended up having people do it for me drivers like yourself are gold dust your worth £250 a day keep it up fella your go far

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому

      Wow thank you very much 💯 best of luck with business

  • @jondeanedits
    @jondeanedits 2 роки тому +2

    Amazing video Zac. You guys work so hard. Made me really appreciate what you guys do on a daily basis. Also needed to hear that reminder to be grateful in my work. I’m good at feeling sorry for myself. So thanks for the reminder. Keep up the great work on the channel. :)

  • @Aj-om4dt
    @Aj-om4dt 2 роки тому +2

    I just want to say thank you for making this video I am going to start working for Amazon or UPS ect & i’ve always wanted an insight to what it was like to drive for one of these companies before I actually started and it looks like exactly what I’m looking to do for my main job.!
    I used to drive doctors out of hours from call to call but it wasn’t good hours.
    Thanks again 👍

  • @shabiraziz4
    @shabiraziz4 2 роки тому +4

    Great behind the scenes of Amazon deliveries. Appreciate your honesty. Will nor take drivers for granted anymore. We really are spoilt.

  • @amaanali7715
    @amaanali7715 2 роки тому +3

    Currently done my first day training at Amazon courier in Lutterworth and the trainer didn’t make much sense with sorting parcels and the bags so glad I came across this as it looks semi simple cheers mate for this one! 👍👍

  • @osantiagues
    @osantiagues 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you SO much for everything you do. You are an amazing guy and they are lucky to have you!

  • @jameshollyoak8230
    @jameshollyoak8230 8 місяців тому

    Watching you do your jobs have given me a brilliant insight to what delivery drivers do ; total respect to you for your hard work , I will be mega nice to the ones I get at home and work from now on

  • @johnycc5728
    @johnycc5728 2 роки тому +8

    Great video! Really interesting insight into something so many of us take for granted! Respect for sharing your work day! It looks tough - good on ya!! Would love to see more and maybe get some insight into how much Amazon drivers earn etc

  • @BLX187
    @BLX187 2 роки тому +5

    I live in a flat. So I always order to my local locker. It’s a pisstake expecting drivers to come up. And deliver. They should make that a rule. Or give every block it’s own locker. That will increase orders and productivity

  • @shootingracing379
    @shootingracing379 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for your service I never knew you had so much to do in 1 day! Appeaciate it mate. 👍

  • @CJ-111
    @CJ-111 8 місяців тому +2

    Nice video. Every job has its bad side and gets to people. That’s life. Looks like you’ve got a good attitude towards it

  • @benz.
    @benz. 2 роки тому +4

    Vital work and a great video. Great stuff mate. All the best!

  • @ridersrepublic_4017
    @ridersrepublic_4017 2 роки тому +6

    More of these please mate. Gearing myself up to become a delivery driver. This helps.

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +4

      Best of luck, you got this

    • @EinkOLED
      @EinkOLED 2 роки тому

      Become a bus driver, easier job and better paid.

  • @GTX970TI
    @GTX970TI 5 місяців тому +1

    Mate I work for Royal Mail and when you were trying to get the parcel out and it kept pressing the horn, I felt that on a personal level

  • @skodakatie7341
    @skodakatie7341 2 роки тому

    Great video, I really enjoyed watching it, after seeing what you guys have to do I have the utmost respect for each and every one of you, well done this is hard work but I guess it can be rewarding too.

  • @carolynhollingworth4082
    @carolynhollingworth4082 2 роки тому +3

    Blimey you were busy.Id feel totally overwhelmed being faced with all of those.Just shows how hard you guys work.Ive subscribed .Happy New Year to you.x

  • @flibbertigibbet6200
    @flibbertigibbet6200 2 роки тому +22

    Great Vid Zac and yes you're right there are toxic people in every line of work. You come across as an honest hard worker which seems a rare thing these days.

  • @yeashah
    @yeashah 2 роки тому +1

    Just watched your entire video mate, much respect to you and how hard you graft. I hope you succeed in whatever you do bro! You seem like a great guy.

  • @mc4067
    @mc4067 2 роки тому +1

    A decent watch and good insight to the day to day workings of parcel delivering.. you have every right to be feeling down working through rain and wind encountering negative people who think you have all the time in the world & thinking they are the one and only... At least your making the effort to do right so kudos to you bud, hope you get what you want in life.

  • @LeyeInshe-fq1fq
    @LeyeInshe-fq1fq 10 місяців тому +2

    I work in Amazon UK customer service and most of the customer contact us for the compensation for the delivery boy...but this boy is doing so good ❤️I appreciate your work hard and kind:)

  • @FridayAdventureClub
    @FridayAdventureClub 2 роки тому +14

    What up from an Amazon driver in Seattle! So interesting watching for similarities/differences compared to here in the US. Killin it bro!

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +3

      That’s a great comment man thanks! You should make one there

    • @bing9291
      @bing9291 2 роки тому

      @@ZacJonesUA-cam Looks like he did Zac

  • @ingil9962
    @ingil9962 2 роки тому

    Very interesting to see such a detailed perspective. Thank you for your hard work. Appreciate you a lot!

  • @MrBellyElliot
    @MrBellyElliot 2 роки тому

    Honestly - found this on my UA-cam homepage and I have always been curious as to what a day is like for an Amazon driver. I take my hat off to you - you do such an amazing job! I have hit that subscription button and cannot wait to see more of your content!

  • @v6tex
    @v6tex 2 роки тому +12

    I can imagine it gets repetitive, as it did when I worked in a sorting warehouse. Once I moved up to being a yard marshal and got to know the drivers at my warehouse, I only ever had 2 drivers recognise me on the road. But 99% of my problems as YM working with the drivers were caused by Amazon's computer systems, it's like they are designed to make a 5 minute job into 20, and ground as many vans as possible. Generally 99% of the drivers were lovely, the best part of my working day back then was dispatch since I got to chat to all the drivers individually, rather than being stuck in the back of a lorry with piles of pallets.

  • @L____
    @L____ 2 роки тому +5

    Deserved these views mate.. was watching all your travel vlogs.. well deserved.

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much ahha yeah I’m happy with them

  • @helengreaves8273
    @helengreaves8273 Рік тому

    Just watched this and the second one, big respect to you ❤ and all the other amazon drivers you’re amazing. Thank you you’re ace x

  • @TheDeadofNightAmbience
    @TheDeadofNightAmbience 8 місяців тому +1

    Great to see behind the scenes, this was a cool vid! I once missed a OTP delivery and it was really frustrating, but I also love that the security for expensive orders is in place.

  • @sheriffbufordtjustice5492
    @sheriffbufordtjustice5492 2 роки тому +3

    Great video 👍🏻 I had no idea you were expected to do so many deliveries in a day. I recently had some alcohol delivered and the Amazon driver wanted to photograph my driving licence. I didn’t think that was right so I’m glad you covered what should happen.

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому

      Yeah it’s an awkward one with alcohol

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому

      Thank you

    • @bobcarolgees7169
      @bobcarolgees7169 2 роки тому

      Just go to the shop get your own stuff

    • @sheriffbufordtjustice5492
      @sheriffbufordtjustice5492 2 роки тому +1

      @@bobcarolgees7169 I can’t, I’m only 12 and my fake Hawaiian driving licence isn’t excepted by the majority of retailers. Perhaps you could nip down the shops for me Bob I’ll mind your dog for you? I want some Stella a bottle of voddy and some mints for those who are driving.

  • @zblog68
    @zblog68 2 роки тому +3

    I’m 53 and worked in some toxic places and fucked off . But worked in some great places and I worked better for the company as they treated the staff with great respect and looked after them . Treat the workers right and they will treat you right. Had a run in ( in my younger days with management ) I would basically say “ don’t hide behind your job title and speak to me like that , I will quit right now and I will wait for you outside and and try speaking to me how you spoke to me in work , and see what happens , every time the shit houses would back down . If I’m in the wrong I always put my hands up and apologise . I’m more chilled now and if someone tries it on in work , I just go okay and go to the union .

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +1

      I like that 😆 might have to use it myself, thanks for the comment

  • @edcameron
    @edcameron 2 роки тому

    I thought this was an easy job but this video has made me appreciate how hard you guys work. Thanks for everything you do :)

  • @Ryan-Dempsey
    @Ryan-Dempsey 3 місяці тому

    Watched this video because I'm considering doing this job in northern Ireland. Very informative and gave a non biased opinion of the actual job. Appreciate it man. And congrats on the channel :)

  • @petew9087
    @petew9087 2 роки тому +32

    This is a pretty honest account of a day in multi drop.
    Although I've not worked alongside this company, I spent a couple of years as a delivering supervisor for a SP alongside Y@d~l, running 10 vans. That's a lot of drops and I was working up to 20hrs a day.
    People do not realise how much work goes into getting their product to them, really. During the several lock downs, delivery drivers from the various companies shifted mountains of home ordered items and are never properly acknowledged for their services. Just slagged off. That is a highly 'Karen' oriented attitude imo.
    It's a tough job, you provide a cracking service to the community and anyone who begs to differ, has never tried to do it- to earn a living.
    Much respect. 🤘

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +5

      Fantastic comment man I can’t imagine working 20h days running 10 vans wow. Very true about the attitude lad this is tough graft

    • @misssparky5574
      @misssparky5574 2 роки тому +2

      @@ZacJonesUA-cam I really appreciate what delivery drivers do and always give the driver a big smile and always thank them. My son has is own van and is a delivery driver and is up pretty early to get to the depot to load up. Some amazon drivers have asked me to take in a parcel if my neighbour/ neighbours aren't at home to receive it. They put a note through their letterbox informing them that I,ve got it at my address. And I really like the fact that you can track how far away the driver is before he arrives at my address. Thousands of people should watch your video and appreciate all the hard work you do whilst they're sitting at home in a comfy chair waiting for their parcels.👍👏👏🙋‍♀️

    • @truthseeker3536
      @truthseeker3536 7 місяців тому

      Why did you throw that baphomet emoji? Are you a freemason?

  • @rodhealy
    @rodhealy 5 місяців тому +3

    I feel your pain mate. I was a courier in NZ for over 10 years , I had a super busy run and would deliver and pick up between 500 and 800 parcels a day. In the end I lost the plot, knocked out a guy I worked with and just walked away

  • @crazycatlady.
    @crazycatlady. Рік тому +2

    You sound like a very clever man in all honesty and you could totally land into a better career for sure! I appreciate enormously the work delivery men and women do. You guys are heroes. It’s such a crucial work without the appreciation it deserves.

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  Рік тому +1

      I appreciate it, it’s certainly not my long term goals

  • @andyburland965
    @andyburland965 2 роки тому +1

    Fair play to you for doing so much filming, dealing with so many parcels and trying to stay up beat on the busiest day of the year. I worked at DPD before and I know it's hard flippin work!

  • @gmc9451
    @gmc9451 2 роки тому +13

    This is a very tough job mentally and physically. I think you have the right personality and temperament and would make an excellent trainer for a newbie. I've done multi-drop before (many years ago as I'm 55 now and was doing it in my twenties) and know how hard a job it is so you have my full admiration.

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks so much for all the compliments, it’s highly appreciated 💪

  • @kylekane1524
    @kylekane1524 2 роки тому +42

    I worked for Parcelforce for 3 years and also done Amazon Flex for 2. The work is great once you build up a routine, but really frustrating if you get a new route or unfamiliar with the area, I would allocate the parcels first drop being at the front of the van and the last at the back, I didn't care how much time it would take but it would save way much more time than going through once at each drop. Amazon seems like a lot more complicated with the OTP and asking for ID etc and the workload seems like quite a bit for all these new procedures I can imagine you do doing 9-11 hours, also when I did flex the routing wasn't very good it'll send you back and forth a lot which consumed even more time. Well played lad keep it up! 💯

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +6

      Nice thoughts man. You’re certainly right the map can make mistakes. That’s great

    • @jwilloughby6175
      @jwilloughby6175 2 роки тому +2

      That would be the logical thing to do with the parcels

    • @kylekane1524
      @kylekane1524 2 роки тому +1

      @@jwilloughby6175 it really is, but each to their own. Some of the drivers just wanted to rush out the depot quick as possible thinking if they left early they'll finish early 🤷🏾‍♂️

    • @richardevans7035
      @richardevans7035 2 роки тому +1

      Bang on once you get a regular area you can fly the parcels out , the worst is a new area which finding 1 house took me over 20 minutes to find ,

  • @FrostGhost
    @FrostGhost 2 роки тому +2

    Have a lot of respect for you bro. Your attitude is something I really envy. Looking forward to more of your vlogs!

  • @EarlEBird-fz6yr
    @EarlEBird-fz6yr Рік тому

    I really am so very grateful for guys such as yourself for all the hard work you do, thanks

  • @hermanmunster3358
    @hermanmunster3358 2 роки тому +7

    I think you guys do a fantastic job, including the guys in the distribution centres. Considering most deliveries are fulfilled next day, and some the SAME day, you don't get the credit that is due I feel. But I for one, as a prime member, appreciate what you all do. I only wish my regular driver was as cute as this guy. 😉
    Well done guys.

  • @lindsaybelderson7735
    @lindsaybelderson7735 2 роки тому +46

    I do this for Royal Mail. The workload is not as intense and the money is pretty good. But the fleet is in a shocking state, I once had to reload three times due to issues with the vans. I get all the parcels numbered according to route optimisation before I set off, to avoid hunting around in the back. The worst part is trying to find addresses once it gets dark, which can be a real pain in the arse, finally, I have been pleasantly surprised by the job satisfaction seeing parts of the area around my home town I didn't know existed and putting my feel up after the shift 😀

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +3

      Thanks for the comment

    • @andrewroberts1965
      @andrewroberts1965 2 роки тому +1

      What's the money like these days, and is it location specific

    • @tortozza
      @tortozza 2 роки тому

      I'm an Amazon driver and am always taken a back by how terrible Royal Mail vehicles are. Ancient vans, faded paint, MOSS growing on the side door rails, seriously? I don't know of any other company which doesn't see new vans as a worthwile investment, especially one with such a long history and right to use "Royal" in the name.
      This is in London too so these old vans are costing the company £12.50 a day each in the ULEZ fee as they are always 10-15 years old.

    • @Ghost-ux4fl
      @Ghost-ux4fl 2 роки тому

      @@ZacJonesUA-cam you sound mad scouse I live in huyton ever delivered there page moss

    • @Phoenix_cataclysm_in_2040
      @Phoenix_cataclysm_in_2040 2 роки тому

      Yeah, seen posties still driving 58 reg small Vauxhall vans. You'd struggle to find any on the road, RM still keeps them though.

  • @chilam6227
    @chilam6227 2 роки тому

    Brilliant mate you guys deserve a medal. Hopefully youtube will reward you. Thanks for sharing!

  • @whatthemoondoes3568
    @whatthemoondoes3568 2 роки тому +2

    I order from Amazon and rarely if ever take a moment to think about what goes in to fulfilling the order. Thanks for this eye opener and mad respect, legend!

  • @edwardinho6185
    @edwardinho6185 2 роки тому +6

    Great job! Looks exhausting but big respect to you.

  • @MrClingclong
    @MrClingclong 2 роки тому +3

    I've just subscribed, seeing how hard you work, I'd be in tears if it were me.

  • @SeanyHardy
    @SeanyHardy 2 роки тому +1

    Great video and a great insight into what goes on behind the scenes. I absolutely appreciate the hard work you do, although I suspect you made it look much easier than it actually is 🙂

  • @kyarnell794
    @kyarnell794 2 роки тому

    Your video has made me appreciate my Amazon driver. Thanks for all your hard work Zac.

  • @dlopes3584
    @dlopes3584 2 роки тому +5

    I did this job for 2 weeks and would get stressed just to see half of this load. Good job remaining calm in the middle of the storm 👏

  • @simoncook7456
    @simoncook7456 2 роки тому +8

    Did dpd for a few years, no time to eat, pissed in a bottle while driving, respect to guys doing this job I don't think many people out there appreciate the work load the drivers have to do

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому

      Thank you Simon

    • @EinkOLED
      @EinkOLED 2 роки тому

      Can be the same for supermarket home delivery, but the drops are far less given the quantity of orders per customer.

    • @samuelwhite7856
      @samuelwhite7856 2 роки тому

      @@EinkOLED from my experience in both, supermarket delivery is far far easier, i had a lot of waiting around and designated break time, would quite often spend 45 minutes each shift reading a book waiting for the next time slot

    • @techgamer1597
      @techgamer1597 2 роки тому

      @@EinkOLED trust me it's not. I work for Asda home delivery and I get 30 mins break most days if I am not late and the drops can be 10-15+ miles apart. So much better than this shit.

  • @KieWalk
    @KieWalk 2 роки тому

    Appreciate these type of videos. Always nice to see the ins and outs of it. Thank you.

  • @gregcranham
    @gregcranham 8 місяців тому +1

    Great video Zac - really interesting - amazing how many deliveries you do in a day! I always give way to delivery drivers on the roads because you must be so busy .. love your energy! :)

  • @johntheman2006
    @johntheman2006 2 роки тому +3

    Waterloo, my home town - nice to watch. A few years ago I did Amazon Flex for a bit. We’d have about ~60 parcels and about 4 hr slots, but it was ALL ‘overflow’. No sorted bags like yours.

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +2

      My main shifts are in Waterloo. It’s a tough route. Always stop at Co-op for a meal deal

  • @julianheritage6436
    @julianheritage6436 2 роки тому +3

    I buy everything on Amazon resulting in hundreds of orders a year. Thanks for the insight, I do not take you guys for granted 👍

  • @juliewales
    @juliewales 2 роки тому +1

    I think you do an amazing job you work really hard to get these parcels to customers some of the Amazon drivers don't always get it right but most do fair play to them, I shop on Amazon a lot I did all my xmas shopping on there and everything was delivered on time keep up the good work I really appreciate you and Thank you.

  • @colzp
    @colzp 2 роки тому +1

    Really great video, mate - so much respect for you guys who work so hard keeping the deliveries going. Your bosses should make you the face of the company - you're such a positive and hard working fella! 💪 👏👏 I wish you all the success in the world - you really deserve it!

  • @Adam-os6sv
    @Adam-os6sv 2 роки тому +4

    Can’t beat an outkitel wp5 pro 😜 beastly phones I got rid of mine for a stupid iPhone but brought my son one and he loves it, battery is evil! Torch is deadly and hit it off a slab and the slab looses! Good job dude

  • @snakeman9902
    @snakeman9902 2 роки тому +8

    What a fantastic and honest insight for delivery van drivers. The utmost respect. You looked shattered at the end of the day and no wonder.
    This is something that I have considered and did have a go via amazon, for a day.
    The positives.
    Love being out and about.
    Love driving.
    Customers were awsome.
    The negatives.
    90 secs to make a delivery, if you go overtime and it builds up, you don't get paid for the late drops.
    Didn't have time for lunch.
    High multidrop is not a job for everyone, however, if it was not for my arthritis, I would have gone back, you have to be fit and patient.
    A lot less drops, distance driving and not as much emphasis on timed deliveries would suit me better.

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +2

      Perfect description on what is takes to be a driver, thank you for your comment

  • @AverageDadOfficial
    @AverageDadOfficial 2 роки тому +1

    proper interesting mate! thanks for the video and thanks for the work you all do.

  • @RazzTheKid
    @RazzTheKid 2 роки тому +2

    Great video!found it very interesting,used to do delivery driving too and it seemed the more you got done the more work they put on you!and it’s ridiculous the amount they expect you to get through and also know there’s no way you’re getting done unless having to speed through every village etc!!respect to you,you come across as a good guy!keep going 👍🏼

    • @ZacJonesYouTube
      @ZacJonesYouTube  2 роки тому +1

      Yeah if you smash a route more stops seem to be added, thanks Russell

    • @RazzTheKid
      @RazzTheKid 2 роки тому

      The best bit I enjoyed is practically being your own boss 👍🏼

    • @truthseeker3536
      @truthseeker3536 7 місяців тому

      It has become like that in many work places. The hard working staff, get treated like donkeys, and the lazy ones who know how to be friendly with the managers get promoted or at least relax more during shifts.