Transportation Associate

About the role

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, conduct yard audits, complete applicable driver training programs, and operate multiple vehicle types based on business need.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to company rules and regulations to ensure safety.
• 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.
• Support site operations teams, internal transportation field teams, and external carriers to ensure trailers arrive and depart on time with zero defects and maintain workflow for buildings.
• Operate Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs) on non-public roads or in the yard to move trailers to/from docks and parking locations.
• Learn and comply with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company policies, procedures related to 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.
• Serve as a peer trainer and/or work at nearby site locations within the area.
• Drive, maneuver, and load/unload a truck using approved equipment (pallet jack, etc.).

Qualifications

• Valid and active driver’s license.
• High School or equivalent diploma.
• At least 21 years old.
• Ability to 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.
• Flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays.
• English proficiency required for DOT-regulated positions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office products and applications.
• A valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with diverse audiences.
• Able to build strong, collaborative relationships with colleagues and outside vendors.