Shifts and Schedules
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Shifts
Early Morning
Work early in the morning and get a jump start on your day – most early morning shifts earn more per hour, too. A typical early morning shift starts between 4:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. and ends between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Day
Depending on the location and department, day shifts typically start between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. and end between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. local time.
Night
Evening and overnight shifts give you your days back. These shifts typically start between 10:00 p.m. and 4:00 a.m. and end between 5:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. local time – most of these shifts earn more per hour, too.
Weekends
For those that want to add an extra shift or two to their schedule. These shifts may have a higher pay rate per hour, too. Depending on the site, weekend shifts typically start Friday at 7:30 p.m., are any time on Saturday, and are until 6:00 p.m. local time on Sunday.
Schedules
Job Duration
Regular Employment
If you’re looking for something a little more permanent, this is your schedule. These year-round opportunities can be full time, reduced time, part time, or flex time.
Seasonal Employment
Only want to work part of the year? We have jobs just for you. These opportunities can be full time, part time, or reduced time.
Weekly Hours
Full time
For those who want to maximize their hours, this schedule is 40 hours a week.
Reduced time
If you’re looking for a bit more free time, this schedule is 30-39 hours a week.
Part time
Part time schedules are right for you if you want to work at least 20 hours a week and up to 29 hours, depending on business needs.
Flex time
Enjoy the flexibility of choosing your own hours each week, while working a minimum of 4 hours a week.
Schedule Flexibility
Fixed
Find a consistent schedule week over week. With fixed schedules, you can expect a schedule that repeats weekly while working part time, reduced time, or full time hours.
Flexible
Create your own schedule while working a set minimum number of hours each week.
Fixed and Flexible
Enjoy a combination of fixed and flexible shifts. Depending on what is available, you could have a weekly schedule with a portion of fixed, consistent shifts and then pick up more with flexible hours. Depending on location and available hours, these schedules range between 10 and 40 hours each week.
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