Transportation Associate

Are you ready to help Amazon deliver world class service in its transportation operations Transportation Associates will perform trailer moves in the trailer yard coordinate yard activities (such as checking in trailers traffic flow internal communications with operations etc.) conduct yard audits complete applicable driver training programs (Hostler Commercial Drivers License (CDL) School etc.) and operate multiple vehicle types based on business need (including but not limited to hostlers and day cabs) to support Amazons transportation network. Benefits of being a Transportation Associate include the opportunity to work outside and understand the new and exciting world of transportation operations.
As a Transportation Associate you will:
Make safety a priority by adhering to company rules and regulations. You will follow and enforce safety measures and policies to all who operate vehicles on behalf of Amazon and those who enter the yard including vendors and senior team members
Perform various functions within the yard support site operations teams internal transportation field teams and external carriers as needed to ensure all trailers arrive and depart on time with zero defects and to maintain workflow for buildings.
Be professionally trained to operate Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs) on non-public roads or in yard to move trailers to/from dock and parking locations.
Learn Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and comply with company policies procedures of those DOT regulations (size weight route designations parking trailer designations violation and incident reporting requirements break periods etc.)
Complete driver vehicle inspection reports on equipment and notify managers of any maintenance or delivery issues encountered.
Follow hostler and delivery schedules track and report working hours and breaks at appropriate times in compliance with Amazon policy and federal and state regulations adhere to yard safety policies obey all applicable traffic laws and drive in accordance with weather/road conditions.
Support the business on an as needed basis by serving as a peer trainer and/or working at nearby site locations within the area
Drive maneuver and load/unload a truck using approved equipment (pallet jack etc.).
What else does the team have to offer Were glad you asked!
Opportunity to work outside and drive different commercial motor vehicles in the yard and over the road
Exposure to different Amazon site types including NACF NASC Air AMZL & AMXL.
Long-term growth potential via comprehensive training in transportation with Amazon.
Dependent on business need you may have the opportunity to earn your Commercial Drivers License (CDL) paid for by Amazon.

Join ATS! ATS is one of the fastest growing business lines within Amazon over the past 5 Years with continued growth to come!

If requested due to business need Transportation Associates must obtain their Commercial Drivers License (CDL) and Driver Qualification File (DQF) and utilize it as a condition of the role paid for by Amazon. If Associate is requested to become CDL and DQF certified to drive Over-the-Road for Amazon this position becomes regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and follows regulations issued by the DOTs Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Candidate must hold a valid drivers license for the state in which they reside and be eligible to drive in accordance with DOT requirements. For Department of Labor/Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration roles (roles for which you receive a CDL) English proficiency is required per federal regulation.
The timing of this requirement is dependent on business need. Continuing in the position with CDL and DQF certification is contingent upon the successful completion of a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening a DOT physical and Amazons pre-employment drug test.
Basic qualifications
Hold a valid and active drivers license
High School or equivalent diploma
Due to the interstate operating authority commerce regulations candidates must be at least 21 years of age with the ability to understand and adhere to all job requirements and safety guidelines
Can lift up to 49 pounds stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours and frequently push pull squat bend reach and ascend/descend stairs
Work 40 hours/week and overtime as required
Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area including weekends nights and/or holidays

Preferred qualifications
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with diverse audiences
Experience building strong collaborative relationships with colleagues and outside vendors
A valid Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
Completion of Career Choice Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Course




- High school or equivalent diploma
- Drivers license
- Are 21 years of age or older
- Work 40 hours/week and overtime as required
- Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area including weekends nights and/or holidays
- Can lift up to 49 pounds stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours and be able to frequently push pull squat bend and reach

- Experience with Microsoft Office products and applications
- Class A commercial drivers license (CDL)
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with diverse audiences.
- Ability to follow and enforce safety measures and policies to all who operate vehicles on behalf of Amazon and those who enter the yard including vendors and senior team members.
- A commitment to build strong collaborative relationships with colleagues and outside vendors.

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