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Amazon XL Warehouse Associate Job Overview Youll be part of the Amazon warehouse team that handles the big stuff those unique customer orders that weigh over 50 pounds: big screen TVs, furniture, appliances, and more. Youll be trained on how to use technology to handle these heavy bulk items. Even if you havent been a power player before, that wont limit you from gaining valuable job experience because depending on the site you may be trained to be a heavy equipment operator, using powered industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet driver. Many shifts will have you at the helm of our power equipment getting orders ready for customers, but other times youll be on the warehouse floor of our fulfillment centers, sortation centers, or delivery stations working with your teammates, tackling those hands-on items that need expert handling before they are sent along their delivery route. Duties & Responsibilities Some of your duties may include <ol><li>Depending on the site, you may operate powered industrial trucks (PIT) that reaches heights up to 40 feet. Equipment training and certification are provided free of cost.</li><li>Receive, sort, and put away heavy and bulky inventory</li><li>Load boxes into trucks for shipment</li><li>Use technology such as computers and smart phones</li><li>View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks</li></ol> You will also need to be able to do: <ol><li>Lift up to 49 pounds</li><li>Use safe practices and methods to handle products heavier than 50 pounds</li><li>Stand and walk, as well as push, pull, squat, bend, and reach frequently during shifts</li><li>Use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other gear to move items around</li><li>Go up and down stairs (where applicable)</li></ol> What its like at an Amazon XL Warehouse <ol><li> Safety. Your safety is important to us, so we provide protective gear. All teams share safety tips daily.</li><li> Surroundings. Youll be operating and working around moving machines order pickers, stand-up forklifts, turret trucks, and mobile carts.</li><li> Activity. In addition to sitting and standing while operating equipment, some activities may require standing in one place for long periods, walking around, or climbing stairs.</li><li> Temperature. Even with climate controls, temperatures can vary between 60F and 90F in some parts of the warehouse; on hot days, temperatures can be over 90F in the truck yard or inside trailers.</li><li> Noise level. It can get noisy at times. We provide hearing protection if you need it.</li><li> Dress code. Relaxed, with a few rules to follow for safety. Comfortable, closed-toe shoes are required and protective safety footwear are required in select business units. Depending on the role or location, Amazon provides a $110 Zappos gift code towards the purchase of shoes, in order to have you prepared for your first day on the job.</li></ol> Why You'll Love Amazon We have jobs that fit any lifestyle, state-of-the-art workplaces, teams that support and listen to our associates, and company-driven initiatives and benefits to help support your goals. Our jobs are nearby, with great pay, and offer work-life balance. <ol><li> Schedule flexibility. In fulfillment centers and sortation centers, schedules may include full-time (40 hours) or reduced-time (30-36 hours). In delivery stations, schedules may include fixed part-time (20-29 hours) or flexible part-time (as little as 4 hours, up to 29 hours based on business need). Learn more about our schedules. </li><li> Shift options. In fulfillment centers and sortation centers, shifts include overnight, early morning, and weekend. In delivery stations, shifts are overnight. Your onboarding will take place during the sites normal operating hours. Shift availability is based on business need. Find out more about our shifts. </li><li> Anytime Pay. You can instantly cash out up to 70% of your earnings immediately after your shift (for select employee groups). Learn more about Anytime Pay. </li></ol> Our workplace is unlike any other. <ol><li> State-of-the-art facilities. We have modern warehouses that are clean and well-organized.</li><li> Safety. Your safety is important to us, so we provide protective gear. All teams share safety tips daily.</li></ol> Our team supports and listens to you. <ol><li> Culture. Be part of an inclusive workplace that offers a variety of employee support programs and resource groups. Join us in making a positive impact through local community engagement initiatives and outreach activities that help strengthen the areas where we live and work.</li><li> Team environment. Work on small or large teams that support each other in a workplace thats been ranked among the best workplaces in the world.</li><li> New skills. Depending on the role and location, well teach you how to operate power industrial trucks (PIT) and youll work with the latest Amazon technology including handheld devices and robotics. At fulfillment centers, well teach you to operate forklifts or pallet drivers.</li></ol> Our company supports your goals. <ol><li> Benefits . Many of our shifts come with a range of benefits that may include pay and savings options, healthcare, peace of mind for you and your family, and more.</li><li> Career advancement. We have made a pledge to upskill our employees and offer a variety of free training and development programs, and we also have tuition support options for select employee groups. See where your Amazon journey can take you.</li></ol> Learn more about all the reasons to choose Amazon. <br /><br /> A full list of benefits and criteria for each to be offered a successful applicant can be found on our benefits page. Requirements Candidates must be 18 years or older with the ability to understand and adhere to all job requirement and safety guidelines in English. How To Get Started You can begin by applying above. If you need help with your application, you can start with our step-by-step guide. <br /><br /> If you have questions regarding the hiring process, please visit our support landing page. <br /><br />If you have a disability and need an accommodation during the application and hiring process, including support for the New Hire Event, or need to initiate a request prior to starting your Day 1, please visit our People with Disabilities landing page or contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT). You can reach us by phone at 888-435-9287, Monday through Friday, between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT.<br /><br /> Equal Employment <br /><br />Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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