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Amazon has announced the addition of 30,000 seasonal job openings across California’s distribution centers in preparation for the holiday season. This effort contributes to a total of 250,000 positions nationwide and aims to enhance the local job market significantly. Major cities like Los Angeles and areas in the Inland Empire will see the largest share of opportunities, with an average pay of $19 per hour for seasonal roles. Despite the promising job offers, experts warn of potential physical demands and safety concerns associated with seasonal employment.
California – Amazon has announced plans to hire 30,000 seasonal workers at its distribution centers across California as part of a larger initiative to create 250,000 positions nationwide for the upcoming holiday season. The seasonal job openings in California will significantly boost the local job market while providing opportunities for individuals looking for temporary employment during this busy period.
The job openings will be distributed across various regions, with up to 3,000 positions available in major cities such as Los Angeles, Long Beach, and Anaheim. Additionally, there will be approximately 8,000 openings in the Inland Empire counties of Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ontario. To support these hires, Amazon is also introducing over 2,000 full-time and part-time positions at two new inbound cross dock facilities in Fontana and Jurupa Valley, marking a significant expansion in the region.
These seasonal roles at Amazon offer competitive pay, averaging around $19 per hour, while full- and part-time employees earn about $23 per hour along with benefits. Many seasonal positions have the potential for conversion to permanent roles based on the company’s operational requirements, although this pathway remains uncertain for many employees. Workers are often labeled as “white badges” during their seasonal tenure, while those in permanent roles are referred to as “blue badges.”
Despite the allure of temporary employment opportunities, experts caution that seasonal jobs can be physically demanding and may pose a higher risk of injury. This is particularly due to the influx of new, inexperienced workers, as well as the pressures to meet production quotas. A U.S. Senate committee previously found that Amazon neglected internal safety recommendations meant to protect warehouse staff, and the company has faced nearly $6 million in fines in California for violations related to warehouse worker safety.
In response to safety concerns, Amazon claims to have improved its injury rates at facilities and continues to invest in safety measures. The company has committed significant resources to California, with $218 billion invested so far, contributing to local economic growth. Currently, over 154,000 workers in California are employed by Amazon, supporting an additional 147,000 indirect jobs. Counties hosting Amazon facilities see an average increase of 3,900 new direct and indirect jobs compared to similar areas without Amazon operations.
Interested candidates looking to apply for seasonal or permanent positions can visit amazon.com/localjobs, where new roles are regularly posted through December. Starting pay for positions at the new cross dock facilities is approximately $20.75 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits making these roles attractive to job seekers in the area.
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