Warehouse Equipment Operator

Warehouse Equipment OperatorYou'll be part of the Amazon warehouse team as an equipment operator - operating order pickers, reach trucks, forklifts, and other powered industrial trucks (PIT) to handle customer orders safely and efficiently. You'll use PIT equipment to unload and load trailers, store pallets, and retrieve pallets throughout the warehouse. No prior experience required—Amazon provides all PIT training and certification for free.You'll be operating PIT—such as order pickers and reach trucks. Use PIT to locate, retrieve, and store large pallets of items in their designated warehouse locations. Handle large pallets of items through multiple warehouse processes, such as store and pick, while operating PIT. Operate a stand-up forklift throughout your shift, maneuvering safely around other PIT equipment in motion. Safely move items using carts, dollies, and pallet jacks while loading and unloading trailers. Use handheld technology to track and maintain accurate inventory records. Amazon provides all PIT training and certification for free, so no prior experience is required.Available shift options are subject to business needs.Your safety is our top priority. We provide protective gear and all teams share safety tips daily. Our state-of-the-art facilities are clean, well-organized, and designed with your safety in mind. You'll be operating and working around moving equipment – PIT equipment, such as forklifts, reach trucks, and order pickers, as well as mobile carts, rolling cages. Some activities may require standing in one place for long periods, walking around, or climbing stairs. Climate-controlled facilities maintain temperatures between 60°F and 90°F in most areas. On hot days, temperatures can exceed 90°F and on cold days temperatures can reach below freezing. It can get noisy at times. We provide hearing protection if you need it. Relaxed and comfortable. Closed-toe shoes required. Protective safety footwear required in select areas.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. You can instantly cash out up to 75% of your earnings immediately after your shift (for select employee groups). When customer demand increases, you may have the chance to work additional hours. We offer 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. Work on supportive teams in a workplace ranked among the best in the world. You'll complete on-the-job training during your first few days. In some cases, your training schedule will match the shift you selected. In other cases, you'll have a fixed training schedule before transitioning to your chosen schedule. Learn to operate powered industrial trucks (PIT) and other Amazon technology, including handheld devices. We've pledged to upskill our employees with free training and development programs, plus tuition support for select employee groups.Begin Your Application in 3 Easy Steps: Click "Select Schedule." Choose your preferred shift. Click "Apply" to begin. Need help? Visit our step-by-step application guide.We're committed to making our hiring process accessible to everyone. If you have a disability and need an accommodation at any stage, from the application through your first day, we're here to help. To get 24/7 support, contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT) by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io. You can visit our People with Disabilities website to learn more about the accommodations process. Specific accommodation types can vary by role and needs. Examples include: Interpreting Services, onsite coach and service animals, Assistive Technology such as Magnifiers, Screen Readers, Refreshable Braille Display, and Speech to Text Software, ergonomic equipment, alternative headsets, and onsite mobility needs including wheelchair, walker, and scooter use.Veterans, military spouses, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 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.The starting pay for this position is listed below, including the base pay rate plus the highest available shift differential which applies depending on the shift you select. As a total compensation company, additional earnings may include shift differentials and overtime pay. Final pay will be based on factors including shift selection and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at base pay range for this position is $16.35 to $22.50 per hour. This range covers the minimum to maximum base pay a newly-hired associate could be offered within the state the job is located in. The exact rate of pay offered to successful candidates will depend on: the specific site the selected role is located at; whether the selected role is full-time, reduced-time or part-time; whether the role is permanent or seasonal; and whether any shift differential is applied to the selected shift. As a total compensation company, you are eligible for additional earnings including overtime pay and performance bonuses. Final pay will be based on factors including shift selection and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at