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Transportation Associate

Amazon· Administrative Support
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Hybrid (San Marcos, TX)$25.5/hr - $27.5/hrfull-timePosted yesterday

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. This role involves outside work, safety adherence, DOT regulations, yard operations, and potential CDL/DQF certification.

Responsibilities

  • Make safety a priority by adhering to company rules and regulations and enforcing safety measures for all vehicle operators and entrants in the yard
  • Perform yard functions to ensure trailers arrive/depart on time with zero defects and 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 and comply with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and related company policies/procedures
  • Complete driver vehicle inspection reports and notify management of maintenance or delivery issues
  • Follow hostler and delivery schedules, track/report working hours and breaks in compliance with Amazon policy and regulations
  • Support the business as a peer trainer or by working at nearby site locations as needed
  • Drive, maneuver, and load/unload trucks using approved equipment (e.g., pallet jack)
  • Possibly obtain CDL/DQF as required by business need and regulation
  • Receive training and potential long-term growth in transportation with Amazon
  • Potentially have CDL paid for by Amazon depending on business need
  • Possess a valid driver’s license and eligibility to drive per DOT requirements
  • Maintain flexibility to work 40 hours/week with overtime and weekends/nights/holidays
  • Learn DOT regulations and comply with relevant safety policies

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Valid and active driver’s license
  • Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
  • Ability to lift up to 49 pounds and stand/walk up to 12 hours; related physical requirements
  • Age 21 or older
  • Microsoft Office experience
  • Flexibility to work 40 hours/week including weekends, nights, holidays
  • 21+ with English proficiency to understand and follow job requirements and safety guidelines

Skills

Required:Safety complianceCommunicationVehicle operation
Nice to have:DOT regulations

Benefits

  • EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching
  • Shift differentials and overtime pay as applicable
  • Benefits information available at hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits
  • CDL reimbursement/paid CDL training may be provided depending on business need
Last updated Oct 25, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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