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Posted 9/19/2023, 4:07:35 PM

Amazon to Hire 250,000 Workers for Holiday Season, Offers Increased Wages and Sign-On Bonuses

Amazon hiring 250,000 workers for the holidays in the U.S., significantly more than last year's 150,000 hires
Hourly wages for warehouse and delivery roles will range from $17 to $28 per hour
Average hourly pay for warehouse and delivery workers bumped up to $20.50, from $19 previously
Hiring full-time, part-time and seasonal employees for warehouse and delivery jobs
Offering sign-on bonuses up to $3,000 in some locations

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