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Amazon Equipment Operator

Petersburg, VA · On-site

$20.50/hr

Amazon Equipment Operator Shifts: Day, Overnight, Weekend Location: Petersburg, VA Job ... You'll use PIT equipment to unload and load trailers, store pallets, and retrieve pallets ...

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How much do overnight amazon loader jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight amazon loader in the United States is $17.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Overnight Amazon Loader do?

An Overnight Amazon Loader is responsible for loading and unloading packages from delivery trucks during the night shift at Amazon fulfillment centers. Their duties include sorting, scanning, and organizing packages to ensure they are sent to the correct locations. They often work in a fast-paced environment and may need to lift heavy items, operate warehouse equipment, and follow safety guidelines. This role is essential for keeping Amazon’s overnight operations running smoothly and ensuring timely deliveries.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Overnight Amazon Loader, and why are they important?

To excel as an Overnight Amazon Loader, you typically need physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to follow safety protocols, with a high school diploma or equivalent often required. Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), handheld scanners, and basic inventory tracking tools is commonly expected. Reliability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills ensure efficient and accurate sorting, loading, and delivery preparation in a fast-paced overnight environment.

What is the difference between Overnight Amazon Loader vs Warehouse Associate?

AspectOvernight Amazon LoaderWarehouse Associate
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, forklift certification often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent
Work EnvironmentFast-paced, overnight shifts in Amazon fulfillment centersDay or evening shifts in various warehouse settings
Employer & IndustryAmazon, e-commerce logisticsVarious retail and logistics companies
Common Search/ComparisonOvernight Amazon Loader vs Warehouse Associate

The Overnight Amazon Loader primarily focuses on loading and unloading shipments during overnight shifts at Amazon fulfillment centers, often requiring forklift operation. Warehouse Associates work in similar environments but may have more general responsibilities during daytime or evening shifts. Both roles require physical stamina and attention to safety, but the Overnight Amazon Loader is more specialized for overnight logistics tasks.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Amazon Loader job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $36,404 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

Amazon Equipment Operator

Petersburg, VA • On-site

Amazon.com
IT Services • 10K+ employees
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$20.50/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Operate powered industrial trucks such as forklifts, reach trucks, and order pickers to handle customer orders and move inventory within the warehouse.

  • Receive, put away, and organize inventory, as well as prepare and pack customer orders for shipment.

  • Use scanners and follow on-screen prompts to complete tasks, troubleshoot problems, and ensure product quality.

Amazon rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 7,173 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Amazon Equipment Operator
Shifts:
Day, Overnight, Weekend
Location:
Petersburg, VA
Job opportunities vary by location. We update postings daily with open positions.
Hourly pay rate: Up to $20.50

Job Overview
You'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.

Duties & Responsibilities
Some of your duties may include:
  1. Receive and put away inventory
  2. Get customer orders ready and pack them up
  3. Load boxes into trucks for shipment
  4. Use scanners to read bar codes on products
  5. View prompts on screens and follow the direction for some tasks
  6. Troubleshoot problems
  7. Ensure product meets quality requirements
  8. Operate power industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet driver, and work at heights up to 35 feet. Equipment training and certification are provided free of cost.
You'll also need to be able to:
  1. Lift up to 49 pounds
  2. Push utility carts up to 60 pounds
  3. Stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, and reach during shifts
  4. Use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other gear to move items around
  5. Go up and down stairs (where applicable)
  6. Work at a height of up to 40 feet on a mezzanine (where applicable)
  7. Adhere to strict safety, quality, and fulfillment production standards

What it's like at an Amazon Fulfillment Center
  1. Safety. Your safety is important to us, so we provide protective gear. All teams share safety tips daily.
  2. Surroundings. You’ll be working around moving machines – order pickers, stand-up forklifts, turret trucks, and mobile carts.
  3. Activity. Some activities may require standing in one place for long periods, walking around, or climbing stairs.
  4. Temperature. Even with climate controls, temperatures can vary between 60°F and 90°F in some parts of the warehouse; on hot days, temperatures can be over 90°F in the truck yard or inside trailers.
  5. Noise level. It can get noisy at times. We provide hearing protection if you need it.
  6. Dress code. Relaxed, with a few rules to follow for safety. Comfortable, closed-toe shoes are required. Depending on the role or location, Amazon provides a $110 Zappos gift code towards the purchase of shoes, in order to have you prepared for your first day on the job.

Why You’ll Love this Job
  1. Stay busy. You and your team are engaged the entire shift.
  2. Schedule options. Depending on where you work, schedules may include full-time (40 hours), reduced-time (30-36 hours) or part-time (20 hours or less), all with the option of working additional hours if needed.
  3. Shift flexibility. Work when it works for you. Shifts may include overnight, early morning, day, evening, and weekend. You can even have four-day workweeks, three-day weekends – and with Anytime Shifts, you can work as little as four hours per week.
  4. Career advancement. We have made a pledge to upskill our employees and offer a variety of free training and development programs, and we also have tuition support options for select employee groups. See where your Amazon journey can take you.
  5. New skills. Depending on the role and location, you’ll learn: how to operate a garment press and high-capacity printer, a t-shirt folding machine, how to assist with the print production process, or how to receive and process customer returns.
  6. Free training. Depending on the role and location, we’ll teach you how to drive power industrial trucks (PIT) such as forklifts or a pallet driver, how the printing process works, and how to work with the latest Amazon technology – including robots.
  7. Team environment. Work on small or large teams that support each other.

Why You'll Love Amazon
Many of our jobs come with great benefits – including healthcare, parental leave, ways to save for the future, and opportunities for career advancement – all in a safe and inclusive environment that’s been ranked among the best workplaces in the world. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location, and can include the following:
  1. Competitive wage paid weekly, with overtime for more than 40 hours
  2. Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
  3. Medical Advice Line
  4. Network of Support (health & well-being on and off the job)
  5. Adoption Assistance
  6. Maternity and Parental Leave
  7. 401(k) savings plan
  8. Paid Time Off (PTO)
  9. Holiday pay opportunities
  10. Employee discounts
  11. Basic life insurance
  12. AD&D insurance
  13. Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  14. On-the-job training and skills development
  15. Employee Assistance Program

Learn more about Amazon Benefits and Culture
https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits#/
https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/culture#/

Requirements:
  1. Candidates must be 18 years or older with the ability to understand and adhere to all job requirements and safety guidelines.

How To Get Started
You can begin by applying above. If you need help with your application or to learn more about our hiring process, you can find support here: https://hiring.amazon.com/hiring-process#/.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation during the application and hiring process, including support for the New Hire Event, or need to initiate a request prior to starting your Day 1, please visit https://hiring.amazon.com/people-with-disabilities#/ or contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT). You can reach us by phone at 888-435-9287, Monday through Friday, between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT.
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.


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Amazon.com, Inc., commonly known as Amazon, is an American multinational technology company. It was founded by Jeff Bezos in 1994 and initially started as an online marketplace for books. Since then, Amazon has expanded its operations and become one of the largest e-commerce companies in the world. Amazon's primary business is its online retail platform, where customers can purchase a vast array of products, including electronics, clothing, books, home goods, and much more. The company offers a convenient and user-friendly shopping experience, with features such as fast shipping, customer reviews, and personalized recommendations. In addition to its e-commerce platform, Amazon has diversified its business into various other areas. One of its notable ventures is Amazon Web Services (AWS), a comprehensive cloud computing platform that provides services such as storage, compute power, and database management to individuals and businesses. AWS has become a leader in the cloud computing industry, powering many websites and applications worldwide. Amazon has also developed its own consumer electronics, including the popular Amazon Kindle e-reader, Fire tablets, Fire TV streaming devices, and the Alexa-powered Echo smart speakers. The Alexa voice assistant, integrated into these devices, allows users to interact with their devices using voice commands, perform tasks, and access information. Furthermore, Amazon has expanded into media and entertainment. It operates Prime Video, a streaming service that offers a wide range of movies, TV shows, and original content. Amazon Music provides a platform for streaming and purchasing digital music, while Audible offers audiobooks and other audio content. The company's commitment to customer satisfaction and convenience is demonstrated by its membership program, Amazon Prime. Prime members receive various benefits, including free two-day shipping, access to streaming services, exclusive deals, and more.

Industry

It services, book publishers, retail, real estate, computer and electronic product manufacturing and software development

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Seattle, WA, US

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