Data Center Logistics Specialist

About the role

Amazon Web Services is seeking motivated individuals to fill Datacenter Logistics Associate positions as part of operating the world’s largest cloud computing infrastructure. The ideal candidate possesses a strong work ethic, attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines, and a commitment to Operational Excellence.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels to ensure proper stock levels are maintained to support build and repair activities.
• Receive parts, maintain inventory, and check-out parts as needed to Datacenter Technicians and Engineers.
• Load and unload shipments and transport parts between different locations.
• Keep precise records of all commodities going in and out of the company.
• Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and safety of all workspaces.

Physical / Environmental Demands

• Requires standing, sitting, and walking for prolonged periods of time.
• Typically work is in an office environment where the noise level is low to moderate; occasionally work is in a warehouse environment where the noise level is loud.
• Occasionally assist in loading and unloading shipments.
• Occasionally exposed to extreme cold or hot weather.
• Work environment may include moving mechanical parts with noise levels varying and sometimes loud.
• Temperature range between 60 and 90 degrees, occasionally exceeding 90 degrees.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Able to read and take direction in English.
• Must be able to lift loads of up to 49 pounds and carry them for short distances.
• May participate in group lifts of 50 pounds or more.
• Willing and able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
• Continuously climb and descend stairs safely (applies to sites with stairs).
• Regularly walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Coordinate body movements when using tools or equipment.
• Reach and stretch to position equipment and fixtures while maintaining balance.
• Perform physical tasks all day without becoming overly tired.
• Push or pull heavy objects into position.
• Work in a noisy environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Inventory Management Systems.
• Understands inventory control methodology.
• Demonstrated positive work attitude and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to perform above minimum for extended periods of time.
• Commitment to a culture of safety.
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Skills

• Logistics
• Communication and analytical skills
• Inventory

Pay

The pay range for this position is $17.53 per hour. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)