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Transportation Associate

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Hybrid (Mt. Juliet, TN)$2,575/hr - $2,800/hrfull-timePosted 2w ago

About the role

Transportation Associates perform trailer moves in the trailer yard, coordinate yard activities, conduct yard audits, complete driver training programs, and operate multiple vehicle types to support Amazon’s transportation network. The role emphasizes safety, yard operations, and CDL/DQF readiness with potential for on-the-job CDL sponsorship and career growth in transportation at Amazon.

Responsibilities

  • Make safety a priority by adhering to company rules and regulations. Follow and enforce safety measures and policies for all who operate vehicles on behalf of Amazon and those who enter the yard.
  • Perform various functions within the yard, support site operations teams, internal transportation field teams, and external carriers to ensure trailers arrive/depart on time with zero defects and to maintain workflow for buildings.
  • Be trained to operate Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs) on non-public roads or in yard to move trailers to/from dock and parking locations.
  • Learn DOT regulations and comply with company policies and procedures of those regulations.
  • Complete driver vehicle inspection reports and notify managers of maintenance or delivery issues.
  • Follow hostler and delivery schedules, track/report working hours and breaks per policy and regulations, adhere to yard safety policies, obey traffic laws, drive considering weather/road conditions.
  • Support the business as needed by serving as a peer trainer and/or working at nearby site locations within the area.
  • Drive, maneuver, and load/unload a truck using approved equipment.

Qualifications

  • Hold a valid and active driver’s license (high school diploma or equivalent).
  • 21 years or older; able to understand and adhere to English safety guidelines.
  • Can lift up to 49 pounds, stand/walk for shifts up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, reach, and ascend/descend stairs.
  • Work 40 hours/week with overtime as required; flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays.
  • Must meet DOT requirements and pre-employment screening conditions.

Skills

Required:Driver's licenseSafety complianceEnglish proficiency
Nice to have:CDL (Class A)Communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

  • Starting pay listed as 25.75 - 28.00 USD hourly (base plus shift differential).
  • EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching from Day 1.
  • Potential to obtain CDL sponsorship paid by Amazon.
  • Long-term growth potential through comprehensive transportation training.
Last updated Oct 25, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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