Amazon looking for more than 1,000 seasonal workers in the Fresno area

· The Fresno Bee

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  • Amazon plans to hire more than 1,000 seasonal workers in the Fresno area.
  • Amazon seeks over 34,000 seasonal workers across California for holidays.
  • Amazon says seasonal roles average $20 an hour with day-one healthcare.

Looking for a job? Amazon expects to hire more than 1,000 seasonal workers in the Fresno area for the holidays.

The push for more workers in Fresno is part of a companywide effort to hire more than 34,000 seasonal workers across California.

Amazon officials said the average pay is $20 an hour with healthcare benefits from day one and a path to full-time work.

Seasonal employees who stay at the company can see an average pay increase of 15% over their first three years with Amazon, company officials said.

Those interested can go to amazon.com/localjobs or text NEWJOB to 31432 to sign up for job alerts. Open roles are posted throughout the holiday season and fill up quickly.

To learn more about the open roles and hiring announcement, visit the About Amazon blog.

Amazon currently employs more than 4,000 full-time workers in the Fresno area.

The company has expanded the benefits available to full-time employees, including a new grocery discount of 10% off eligible groceries and everyday essentials on Amazon.com and Whole Foods Market online, plus 20% off in-store at Whole Foods Market.

Existing benefits include healthcare from day one, a free Prime membership, Career Choice prepaid tuition through more than 475 education partners, a 401(k) with company match, and up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave.