Amazon's trucking contracts offer dedicated carriers work that runs for a single week up to six months. So if there's a one-way lane or roundtrip route your company loves, you may be able to book it regularly as a contract. Or you can use contracts to fill drivers' schedules during a slow season to keep revenue stable.
How many trucks do I need to work for Amazon? There are no fleet size requirements to haul for Relay as long as you have the right types of trucks for our freight – come one, come 100. Book long-haul trips to get every semi on overnights, or sleep in and run local jobs with your single box truck.
For owners that own small or large fleets, Amazon requires: DOT identification in active status, that is active DOT number. Valid MC number (Interstate Authority). HOS compliance to adhere to commercial driving hours. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) safety rating is required.
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Once we receive your company's completed application, the application will be approved or rejected within 1-3 weeks. Delays, if any, will be due to validation of insurance information. Amazon urges you to have all data ready prior to applying and reach out to your insurance provider in the event of any delays.
Once we receive your company's completed application, the application will be approved or rejected within 1-3 weeks. Delays, if any, will be due to validation of insurance information. Amazon urges you to have all data ready prior to applying and reach out to your insurance provider in the event of any delays.
Amazon Relay carriers need a valid MC number and a DOT number with interstate authority that has been active for minimum of 180 days. You can still apply even if your DOT authority hasn't been active for 180 days — we'll keep you updated on key program news while you wait to join our network.
What are the requirements to carry loads for Amazon? In order to join Amazon's freight network, you must meet the following minimum requirements: A DOT number, with interstate authority and that has been active for a minimum of 180 days, and a valid MC number.