DHL
DHL is a delivery company. They provide global shipping and logistics services.
dhl.com/us-en/home.htmlRating based on 111 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz
About jobs at DHL
Pay
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Most people get paid breaks
Do workers at DHL get paid breaks?
Yes. Most people get paid break.
How we know this
77% of people say they get paid breaks.Based on data from 82 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
Good jobs pay you for your break time.
You should get paid for all the time you’re at work, even when you’re on break.
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Only some people get paid sick leave
Does DHL give paid sick leave?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid leave when they’re sick.
How we know this
54% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 100 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
Most US companies don’t have to pay you when you’re sick - only some states require it.
But we believe a good job should pay you when you can’t work because you’re sick. Everyone gets sick sometimes.
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Most people don’t do unpaid extra work
Do workers at DHL do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
86% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.Based on data from 102 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
You should be paid for all the work you do.
A good job pays you for every minute you spend working for your employer.
Hours and flexibility
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Needs improving
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Less than 4 weeks notice of work schedule
How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?
Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
How we know this
- 70% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 13% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 13% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
We believe your workplace should tell you your schedule at least 4 weeks ahead of time.
You need to know when you’ll be working so you can plan your life and know how much money you’ll earn.
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Most people don’t worry about their hours
Do workers at DHL worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
69% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 96 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
A good employer should give you the hours you need each week.
You shouldn’t have to struggle or beg for work time.
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Only some people can choose their shifts
Do DHL workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
How we know this
58% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.Based on data from 97 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for DHL workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
60% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
A good job works with your personal life.
It should be easy to change your schedule when you need to - both for emergencies and when you’re planning ahead.
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Easy to get time off
How easy is it to get time off at DHL?
Most people find it easy to get time off.
How we know this
75% of people report it’s easy to get time off.Based on data from 100 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should let you use your vacation time when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a hassle to arrange.
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Schedules don’t get changed at the last minute
Do DHL managers change schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
How we know this
88% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.Based on data from 106 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
If your bosses keep changing your schedule at the last minute, that shows they aren’t planning well.
Good jobs don’t switch your hours around without warning.
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Most people find it easy to take sick leave
How easy is it to take sick leave at DHL?
Most people find it easy to take sick leave.
How we know this
73% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 102 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes.
You should be able to stay home when you need to get better.
A good job should make it easy to take sick time and have clear steps for letting them know you’re sick.
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Only some parents say it’s good
Is working at DHL good if you’re a parent or caregiver?
Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
How we know this
38% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should understand when you need to take care of your kids or help sick family members. Your work should respect your family needs.
Workplace
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Only some people feel treated with respect
Do people at DHL feel treated with respect by their managers?
Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
34% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 93 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
Your boss should treat you with respect.
No one at work should bully you or treat you unfairly.
If you have a problem, you should be able to talk to someone else who can help.
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Most people get breaks without interruption
Do people at DHL get to take their breaks without interruption?
Most people get breaks without interruption.
How we know this
70% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.Based on data from 92 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. You should be able to do what you want to and not get pulled off it early.
Needs improving
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Most people are stressed out
Is it stressful to work at DHL?
Most people feel stressed out here.
How we know this
69% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.Based on data from 103 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
Work can be hard sometimes, but you shouldn’t feel stressed all the time.
Your boss should make sure there are enough people and resources to get the work done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Most people enjoy their job
Do people at DHL enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
69% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 88 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do people at DHL recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
55% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 111 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
The people you work with every day are important. They can make the difference between a bad day and a good one.
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Only some people get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at DHL?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
43% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 102 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should train you well from your first day, not just throw you into the deep end.
Nobody can do their job well without proper training at the start.
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Only some people get support to advance
Do people get support to advance at DHL?
Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
How we know this
In the last year, 55% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.Based on data from 99 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should help you grow, if you want to.
This could mean getting better at your current job, learning new things, becoming a team leader, or taking on more duties.
This helps you build skills and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Headquarters doesn't understand what's happening
Do people think DHL’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
85% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 99 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
In a good job, the people running the organisation should support the workers who do the hands-on work.
To do this well, they need to know what’s really happening at each location.
This is extra important when an organisation has many different sites.
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Only some people feel well informed by headquarters
Do workers feel well informed about how DHL is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
54% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 99 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2025.
Why this matters
A good employer shares news with all its workers.
You should know how your employer is doing - both the good news and the problems.
Managers should keep you updated about what’s happening.
How DHL ranks
DHL ranks joint 4th to work for out of delivery companies.
- 3 UPS
- 4= DHL
- 4= Estes Express Lines
Rankings are based on Breakroom Ratings for employers with 30 or more Breakroom Quiz responses, accurate as of 10 February 2025.
DHL job reviews
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Best thing
Relatively easy, shipping issues are predictable and easy to resolve.
Worst thing
Lack of support, taking sides with those that cause problems. Group leads are undermined infront of the group. Supervisor doesn’t know how to address issues between associates. Not enforcing rules let my site
DHL Transportation Lead, January 2025
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Best thing
Wirj as a team if 4. With open communication we are able to take care of the job at hand in a timely manner.
Worst thing
We are Micro-managed by Management. Instead of letting us do our job in a more efficient manner that would save the company time and money.
DHL Yard Switcher, December 2024
Handy to know
How are people paid?
Based on 111 DHL employees
How much notice do people get of their shifts?
Based on 30 DHL employees