Transportation Associate: CDL Training & Outdoor Yard Ops

Amazon Inc.; Tennessee; On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work outside

CDL training paid by Amazon

Comprehensive transportation training

Long-term growth potential

Job summary

Amazon.com Services LLC seeks a Transportation Associate to perform trailer moves, coordinate yard activities, and support the transportation network. You will operate multiple CMV types, complete required training, and comply with DOT and Amazon policies in a dynamic yard setting.

Responsibilities include safety-first operations, ensuring on-time trailers, and training peers as needed. The role offers outdoor work, CDL path support, and potential long-term growth within Amazon's transportation

Qualifications

• Hold a valid and active driver’s license and be 21+.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Able to understand and follow English safety guidelines.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 49 pounds and long shifts.
• Willing to work 40 hours weekly with possible overtime.
• Flexibility for weekends, nights or holidays per schedule.
• Meets DOT requirements as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Make safety a priority and enforce policies for all yard operations.
• Move and coordinate trailers to ensure on-time departures with zero defects.
• Operate CMVs on yard roads and non-public areas as trained.
• Learn and comply with DOT regulations and Amazon policies.
• Complete driver vehicle inspection reports and report issues.
• Track hours and breaks and follow shift schedules per policy.
• Serve as peer trainer or support nearby site locations as needed.
• Load/unload trailers using approved equipment.

Skills

Driver’s license

Safety compliance

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Flexible schedule

DOT rules knowledge

Education

High School diploma

CDL coursework

Tools

CDL

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amazon.com Services LLC seeks a Transportation Associate to perform trailer moves, coordinate yard activities, and support the transportation network. You will operate multiple CMV types, complete required training, and comply with DOT and Amazon policies in a dynamic yard setting.

Responsibilities include safety-first operations, ensuring on-time trailers, and training peers as needed. The role offers outdoor work, CDL path support, and potential long-term growth within Amazon's transportation