Warehousing Worker (Seasonal)

Company: Amazon
Location: Iowa City
Posted on: September 12, 2020

Job Description:

Amazon remains open as an essential business to serve our communities delivering critical supplies directly to the doorsteps of people who need them. Find out what Amazon is doing to provide a safe environment for employees at this time on our COVID-19 FAQ page.You are on your way to joining the dedicated team that gets orders ready for people relying on Amazon's service. Earn a competitive wage while learning new skills and building your experience by doing a range of different types of work. Stay active in this fast-paced environment.Candidates must be 18 years or older with ability to read and speak English for safety.What this job will be like:The Delivery Station Team is the final stop for orders on their way to getting to customers. As a Delivery Station Team Member, you will get packages ready for their final destination. You will receive truck deliveries and build, wrap, sort, and transport pallets and packages. These duties will rotate on a daily basis. You'll also get to use technology like smartphones and handheld devices to sort, scan, and prepare orders for delivery.Shift details:Depending on your location, you'll have the option to choose roles with hours that range between full-time and part-time. All roles have set schedules with varied shift times.In this full-time role, you'll work 36-40 hour shifts for 40 hours per week. Shift times will vary to ensure we meet customer-promised delivery times. Extra hours may be added to your schedule, depending on business activity. Flexibility is key.What it's like inside the warehouse: Your safety is important to us. You'll wear a safety vest, do daily stretching, and share safety tips with co-workers.You will work around moving machines.You'll be on the move for your whole shift. Your shifts will include standing in one place for long periods, walking around, and climbing stairs. You will need to wear comfortable, closed-toed shoes.Even with climate controls, temperatures in some parts of our warehouses may vary between 60--F and 90--F. Temperatures can go over 90--F in the truck yard or inside trailers on hot days.It can get noisy. We will give you hearing protection, if you need it.The dress code is relaxed with a few rules to follow for safety. You will also need to be able to:Lift up to 49 poundsStand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, and reach during long shiftsUse carts, dollies, hand trucks, forklifts, order pickers, and other gear to move stuff aroundGo up and down stairs (for sites with stairs)Work at a height of up to 40 feet (for some sites)Benefits:Paid time offHealth care benefits after 90 days401(k) savings planHoliday pay opportunitiesOn-the-job training and skill developmentEmployee Assistance ProgramLearn more here: What's next?Learn more about our hiring process here: Basic qualifications: High school, GED, or equivalent diploma Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit Category: Logistics , Keywords: Warehouse Worker

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