Amazon Is Hiring with Higher Pay Rates
Amazon, the second largest private employer in the US and the largest online retailer globally, has witnessed significant growth, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The surge in online shopping propelled Amazon’s profits, leading to the need for an expanded workforce in warehouses and for Prime delivery services.
To accommodate the increasing demand, Amazon has announced its plan to hire an additional 125,000 workers for these roles. To make these positions more attractive, Amazon has raised the hourly pay to $18 and some regions offer a $3,000 signing bonus. This new wage is a $1 increase from the previous rate set in May.
As the US economy gradually recovers from the pandemic and enhanced unemployment benefits expire, more job opportunities are becoming available. However, many individuals are hesitating to return to low-wage jobs due to concerns about how they were treated during the pandemic. To draw workers back, companies are now offering better pay and benefits.
Amazon plans to hire another 125,000 employees, paying them an average of $18 per hour source
— CNBC (@CNBC) September 14, 2021
According to Dave Bozeman, vice president of Amazon Delivery Services, “It’s a tight labor market, as experienced by the entire industry.” He mentioned, “The 125,000 warehouse workers are crucial for us to keep up with our growth.”
The 125,000 hires will cover both full-time and part-time positions. Amazon has not provided a specific timeline for filling all these openings.
