Amazon Begins Hiring 1,500 For Jobs At Giant Fulfillment Center In Otay Mesa

San Diego CA

26 July, 2021

7:30 PM

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By Chris Jennewein, Times of San Diego July 26, 2021 Amazon announced Monday that it has begun hiring for over 1,500 full-time positions at its new 3 million square-foot fulfillment center in Otay Mesa. The new center on 65 acres at Otay Mesa Road and Enrico Fermi Drive is reportedly one of the largest buildings ever constructed in San Diego County. The online retailing giant said new Amazon associates will work alongside robots and other advanced technology to pick, pack and ship small items like books, electronics and consumer goods. Amazon said job candidates must be 18 years or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Candidates can apply online at amazon.com/otaymesa or by texting SDNOW to 77088. The company said it pays a $15 per hour starting wage and offers benefits and advancement opportunities. Times of San Diego is an independent online news site covering the San Diego metropolitan area. Our journalists report on politics, crime, business, sports, education, arts, the military and everyday life in San Diego. No subscription is required, and you can sign up for a free daily newsletter with a summary of the latest news.