Pros No boss. Cons Getting work is hit or miss and there is no one to ask for help. Job has over stops a day! Amazon only care about package. Pros None. Terrible management, unrealistic targets and expectations. No guaranteed amount of days work promised by manipulative management.
Almost never get a break time at all even though the presentations at Amazon said that you would. Cons Long hours, stressful job, poor management, overworked, underpaid, not receiving pay.
Your experience matters. Help out others considering your employer. Rate your employer. I enjoyed being around with my coworkers and the work was easy for anyone to do.
It is a good job for college students with a busy schedule as the work allows you to do flexible scheduling. The problem with flexible scheduling is that you are not guaranteed a shift for each week. Pros Flexible Scheduling, Supportive coworkers. Cons Not enough shifts to cover the week, work is based on metrics. I had some problems the company couldn't fix but it was a problem that should've never been one.
Flex schedule allows to pick schedule as needed. Typical day consists of packing and sorting fresh groceries to be ready and prepared for out delivery driver.
Yes, choose your own shifts but they won't be your preferred shifts until you complete a of deliveries. The more you take the more opportunities. They are very disorganized. Show up for shifts at you have to weight.
Then you must scan everything. Organize it in your car. The app is not as accurate as Google. I used both Google and the app to get more accurate directions. Lots of room for improvements. Paid twice weekly. No boss. Cons No breaks, no benefits, No boss. Worked here for about 6 months and it was fun at first until the job started to become stressful, very short breaks after walking for hours and managers are always breathing down your neck.
Some employees are just making it even worse for having an attitude just to move aside so u can pass The one good thing is flexibility. Pros Flexibility. Apply to become a seasonal or full-time delivery associate. Check the Amazon website to look into the location of the Amazon warehouses in your area, and consider about how often you want to be a delivery driver for Amazon. Amazon Logistics delivery associates generally make less money than Amazon Flex drivers, so be aware of your financial needs when determining if this is the right position for you.
As an Amazon Logistics delivery associate, you do not need your own vehicle. Delivery associates are expected to drive an Amazon van weighing up 10, pounds 4, kg. Delivery associates must be able to lift heavy packages, and climb in and out of the van with ease. While associates are given a daily schedule, Amazon expects delivery associates to be flexible to potential schedule changes due to weather, traffic, seasonal demands, and other unanticipated factors.
Meet the requirements for Amazon Logistics delivery associates. Search for Amazon Logistics delivery associate positions in your area. Using the Amazon job search website or a third-party job search engine, search to see if there are any job openings in your area. If you see an opening at a warehouse near you, jump on the opportunity quickly, as these positions tend to fill up. Fill out the online application.
While the questions on the application will vary depending on the specific position you apply for, in general, delivery associate applications ask that you provide your name, address, education and work history, and driving history. When filling out the application, make sure that you include all the required information and provide any additional documents, such as a resume or proof of education.
Go through the interview process. If you meet the requirements for the position and your application is accepted, you may be contacted for an interview. Take the time to prepare for your job interview so you feel confident that you will pass the interview with flying colors. Accept an offer to become an Amazon Logistics delivery associate.
If your interview is successful, Amazon will reach out to you via phone or email to make you an official offer to become an Amazon Logistics delivery associate. You can accept the offer upon receiving it, or, in most cases, you will be able to take a bit of time to consider the offer and respond in a timely manner usually within a few days.
For seasonal delivery associates, the hourly pay is generally included in the job listing so you will not need to negotiate your salary when you receive the offer. There might be some salary negotiations involved for full-time positions, however, so it might be helpful for you to review how to negotiate a salary. Complete the training to become an Amazon delivery driver.
Training for Amazon Logistics delivery associates is generally coordinated by Amazon shift personnel. Training usually includes several ride-alongs with more experienced delivery drivers. After successfully completing the training, you will officially become an Amazon delivery driver. Start working as an Amazon Logistics delivery associate.
Amazon Logistics delivery drivers are usually seasonal or full-time drivers who deliver orders that depart from Amazon warehouses to homes, retail locations, and other delivery locations. Your hours and schedule will depend on whether you are a seasonal or full-time driver, as well as the needs of your particular warehouse location.
Drew Hawkins1. It depends on what deliveries you're hired to make. Amazon Flex positions are drivers who make deliveries with their own vehicles. Yes No. Not Helpful 4 Helpful 9. Please make an effort to change this incredibly dangerous part of the FLEX app. I have tripped and fallen twice while delivering packages at night while using the FLEX app. I have also been approached by strangers at night while using the FLEX app to complete a delivery. Due to the bright white background of the flex app, I was not able to see these hazards or potentially dangerous situations while delivering.
Please make an effort to change this incredibly dangerous part of a FLEX app. The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:. Privacy practices may vary, for example, based on the features you use or your age. Learn More. With Family Sharing set up, up to six family members can use this app. App Store Preview. Description The app that lets you deliver with Amazon. Nov 16, Version 2. At other times, however, there will be no Amazon Flex jobs available in any city.
If you find this is the case for your city, you can always join the waitlist on the Amazon Flex application page to be notified when jobs become available. You will need to set aside a little time to do this. If you have a history of violent crime or theft, you will probably be disqualified. Consenting to the background check is the last step in the application process. If you want detailed information about this topic, check out the entire post we put together that goes into great detail on how much you can earn as an Amazon Flex driver.
It is important to remember that like most gig-economy jobs, Flex drivers are independent contractors. That means drivers are responsible for all expenses, including car insurance, car payments, gas, vehicle maintenance. A general rule of thumb is that it costs workers about Use this number to estimate your actual hourly revenue. As you can see, the hourly earning potential of Amazon Flex is higher than minimum wage in any U.
This will eat into your earnings. You also have to save for and file your own taxes, as Amazon does not withhold taxes from wages paid to contractors. Still, driving for Amazon Flex can turn out to be better for your bank account than getting an hourly job at a supermarket or even delivering for some other food delivery platforms where hourly earnings can hover closer to minimum wage.
Drivers get to choose when they work and how often they want to work. You can make your own hours. You can work the days you want. You can take days off whenever you want.
As an Amazon Flex Delivery Partner, you have the flexibility to have a full-time career, go to school, or dedicate time to other passions. If you work a full-time job but want to supplement your income, Amazon Flex is a great gig. If you have a problem, there are many different ways to contact driver support. You can add your name to the waitlist for your particular city and Amazon will contact you when an opportunity becomes available in your town.
Once you become an approved driver for Amazon Flex, everything you need to do is done through the app. Simply tell Amazon when you want to make deliveries. Pick the days, hours, and blocks of time that you wish to work. The app will tell you when and where a package is ready for pick-up. Arrive at the location, scan the package, and load it into your vehicle.
After you scan the package, the app will show you the delivery destination. The app will show you where to deliver your package. It will even suggest directions to save you time and gas getting there. Depending on the city you want to work in, you might be able to fill an immediate opening. You might need to wait until an opportunity becomes available. If you want to know more, there is great information in the FAQ that goes into further detail. The first step for any Amazon Flex driver is to schedule a shift, also known as a block, in the Amazon Flex app.
Shifts are hours this may vary by city and demand and can be hard to come by if there is a lot of competition in your city. When your shift starts, you head to the package pickup station as defined in the app.
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