Logistics Specialist, Data Center Operations

About the role

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.

Responsibilities

• Receive parts, maintain inventory, and check-out parts as needed to Data Center Technicians and Engineers
• Load and unload shipments and transport parts, racks, and equipment between different locations, including localized driving of a variety of transportation vehicles
• Attend company provided fork lift operator training
• Complete company provided training in driving box trucks up to 26’ in length
• Handle sensitive/classified materials
• Work with and/or around moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally work is in an office environment
• Work overtime as required

Requirements

• Lift loads of up to 40 pounds and carry them for short distances
• Participate in group lifts of 41 pounds or more
• Frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach
• Regularly walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Collapse and reach for equipment and fixtures while maintaining balance
• Push or pull heavy objects into position
• Work in a noisy environment
• Stand, sit, and walk for prolonged periods of time
• Occasionally be exposed to temperatures between 40 and 90 degrees, and will occasionally exceed 90 degrees

Qualifications

• 2+ years of logistics experience
• Experience driving box trucks up to 26' in length and operating a forklift (or similar type of powered lifting equipment)
• Experience using a computerized Inventory Management System (IMS)

Skills

• Experience with computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience in warehouse operations and logistics or equivalent
• Experience implementing process improvements

Benefits

Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.