Job Description
DESCRIPTION
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) are seeking Logistics Transportation Specialists as part of our Work Based Learning Program (WBLP). This position requires the successful candidate report to a site location. Amazon has multiple WBLP trainee openings in 2025. Trainees will participate in our 12-month work and training program in our Northern Virginia facilities.
All physical requirements are expected with reasonable accommodations:
•Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 41+ pounds
•Ability to work in an environment that operates 24/7 with an ability to participate in primary responder rotation and provide after-hours support as needed
•Working in cramped and/or elevated and/or noisy environments
•Bending, lifting, stretching, reaching, standing and walking for up to 8+ hours a day
•Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, and gangways safely and without limitation
NOTE: Amazon is not able to provide sponsorship now or in the future for these positions. Eligible candidates must have work authorization without employer intervention to be considered.
NOTE: If applying for positions in Oregon (OR) and Ohio (OH), these sites are within AWS GovCloud region. Effective May 15, 2017, logical access to the AWS GovCloud region will be restricted to Amazon employees who are U.S. Citizens (GovCloud may NOT be accessed from outside of the United States).
Key job responsibilities
• Delivers inventory between warehouse and data center locations utilizing Sprinter Van
• Completes and documents thorough pre-trip vehicle inspections
• Travels between multiple sites within the same geographical region using personal vehicle as required
• Operates material handling equipment safely and efficiently (including forklift operations)
• Monitors and responds to transportation tracking systems
• Maintains accurate data entry in inventory management systems
• Validates and ensures accuracy of supply chain billing documentation
• Supports daily logistics scheduling for inventory movement between locations
• Maintains clean and organized work environment following 5S standards
• Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams
• Supports partner team operations including customer request fulfillment, inventory receiving, reverse logistics, and cycle counting functions
A day in the life
The Logistics Transportation Specialist transports inventory from location to location, reviews delivery ticket queues, and ongoing demand to ensure that proper stock levels are maintained in all locations to support build and repair activities. Working with the Logistics Manager, they create plans to optimize the flow of parts through their lifecycle; tracking inventory location, movement, age, and turns. Regular and ongoing communications with peers and leadership to resolve issues and help them understand our business requirements necessitates a high-level communicator.
The Logistics Transportation Specialist is responsible for accurate data entry and resolving questions from peer organizations. Responsibilities include manual tasks, such as assembling, addressing, stamping and arranging for the delivery of merchandise and materials. They assist in daily scheduling of deliveries and pick-ups to and from production locations.
The Logistics Transportation Specialist is expected to understand all aspects of production, adhere to strict safety standards, maintain very high quality, and be willing and able to work on powered equipment (i.e forklift or cherry picker).
About the team
AWS is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. The WBLP training program has a focus on safety, as a WBLP you will be trained on data center safety, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High school or equivalent diploma
- Are 18 years of age or older
- Willingness to participate in shift rotations to support 24/7 data center operations
Job Tags
Full time, Traineeship, Shift work,