Knoxville,TN:Outbound Dock Worker at Amazon | Hiring

March 9, 2026

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Fast Facts

Worksite: Knoxville, TN
Hiring Organization: Amazon
Clear growth pathways at our Knoxville office.
Salary: $20-$23/Hour (approx. $45.2k/Year)
Benefits: Eligible team members receive standard benefits.
Apply your your professional skills skills at our Knoxville location.
Status: New Knoxville listing (actively interviewing).
Role in Knoxville: Outbound Dock Worker
This Knoxville-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
Our Amazon team in Knoxville, TN is growing.
Benefit from working in Knoxville, a key hub for the Logistics industry.

About Amazon & Our Culture

The outbound dock is the final frontier before a package hits the road. Amazon operates the most sophisticated transportation network on earth, and our dock teams are the muscle behind the magic. If you are seeking highly active warehouse jobs that keep you physically engaged, this is the core of our logistics careers. We value safety above all and equip our teams with the best tools in the industry.

What Our Team Says (Employee Reviews)

"If you like staying active and hate sitting still, the outbound dock is the place to be. It's a fantastic workout every shift. The pay is highly competitive, the safety standards are strictly enforced, and you really feel like you are the anchor of the whole fulfillment center." - Current Dock Worker.

Role Overview & Responsibilities

As an Outbound Dock Worker, you manage the flow of outgoing shipments. You will load 53-foot trailers with exceptional speed and precision, ensuring every truck departs exactly on schedule.

Fluid Loading: Manually load loose boxes into semi-trailers, stacking them tight to the ceiling to maximize trailer capacity and efficiency.
Pallet Management: Safely operate manual and electric pallet jacks to move heavy, shrink-wrapped pallets from the staging area into outbound trucks.
Traffic Control: Maintain a clear and safe dock floor, managing the constant flow of equipment, carts, and associates in a high-traffic environment.

Benefits & Perks

We reward hard work with great pay, significant overtime opportunities during peak seasons, a 401(k) matching program, and comprehensive Day 1 health, vision, and dental insurance.

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