About this role
Transportation Associate focused on yard operations, trailer moves, and coordination across site operations, ensuring safety and on-time trailer movement within the Amazon network.
Key Responsibilities
- safely operate yard functions
- coordinate trailer moves
- complete DVIRs
- track hours and shifts
- support training
Technical Overview
Hands-on yard operations with CMVs, DOT regulatory compliance, hostler operations, and basic office tooling (Microsoft Office).
Ideal Candidate
Entry-to-mid level transportation professional with a valid driver's license and familiarity with DOT regulations, able to operate CMVs in yard settings, and capable of handling 40-hour weeks with flexible shifts and safety focus.
Must-Have Skills
Hold a valid and active driver's licenseHigh School or equivalent diploma21 years of age or olderWork 40 hours/weekand overtime as requiredWork a flexible schedule/shift/work areaincluding weekendsnightsand/or holidaysCan lift up to 49 poundsstand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hoursand be able to frequently pushpullsquatbendand reachCandidates must have the ability to understand and adhere to all job requirement and safety guidelines in English.
Nice-to-Have Skills
Experience with Microsoft Office products and applicationsClass A commercial driver's license (CDL)Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with diverse audiencesAbility to follow and enforce safety measures and policies to all who operate vehicles on behalf of Amazon and those who enter the yardincluding vendors and senior team membersA commitment to build strongcollaborative relationships with colleagues and outside vendors
Tools & Platforms
Microsoft Office
Required Skills
Driver's licenseCDL/Commercial Driver's LicenseDOT regulationsCMVHostlerDriver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR)English proficiencyMicrosoft Office
Hard Skills
Driver's licenseCommercial Driver's License (CDL)CDLCommercial Driver's LicenseDOT regulationsDepartment of Transportation regulationsCMVsHostlerDriver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR)English proficiencyMicrosoft Office
Soft Skills
Safety awarenessCommunicationInterpersonal skillsTeamworkProblem solving
Certifications
Preferred
Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Keywords for Your Resume
transportation associatedriver's licensecdlcommercial driver’s licensedot regulationsdepartment of transportationcmvhostlerdvirenglish proficiency40 hoursflexible scheduleyard operationsmicrosoft officesafety policieslogisticsamazonCDLDOT regulationsCMVDVIRMicrosoft Officey arc operations
Deal Breakers
No valid driver's license, No ability to meet English proficiency requirement, Inability to lift up to 49 pounds or work 12-hour shifts
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