Dothan, Ala. (WDNews) — Amazon has officially opened its new 79,000-square-foot delivery station in Dothan, marking another significant investment in Alabama. Located at 523 Kelley Drive in Houston County, the state-of-the-art facility is set to create more than 100 full- and part-time jobs, along with hundreds of new opportunities for delivery drivers through Amazon’s Delivery Service Partners (DSPs).
At the facility, packages from nearby Amazon Fulfillment and Sortation Centers are received, sorted, and loaded into delivery vehicles to be dispatched directly to customers. This new delivery station will enhance Amazon’s ability to provide fast and reliable shipping for thousands across Houston County and the Wiregrass region.
Dothan Alabama Amazon on Kelley Drive.Dothan Mayor Mark Saliba and Houston County Commission Chairman Brandon Shoupe shared their excitement about the launch in a joint statement: “We are grateful to see Amazon choose to call Dothan home and construct a first-class facility. The jobs that are created by Amazon in our community have the ability to make a significant impact on the quality of life for those who work for the company.”
Amazon delivery stations play a vital role in the company’s “last mile” delivery network, ensuring packages are transported efficiently to customers. These stations also offer opportunities for entrepreneurs to build their own businesses delivering Amazon packages, and for independent contractors to create flexible work schedules through Amazon Flex.
State leaders, including Sen. Donnie Chesteen and Rep. Paul Lee, also praised Amazon’s expansion. “Amazon has become a strong partner for the state of Alabama over the years, and we know they will continue to be strong community partners in Dothan. Our community is fortunate to have Amazon call Dothan home, and Amazon is fortunate to have our quality people to make up their workforce,” they said.
Amazon employees in Dothan will benefit from the company’s competitive starting pay of $22 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits starting on day one. These include health care, 401(k) savings plans, prepaid college tuition, and other resources aimed at supporting employees and their families.
Colton Cureton, vice president of economic development for the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce, highlighted the teamwork that brought the project to life. “It is important to note that this project would not be possible if it were not for the strong collaboration from the city of Dothan and Houston County. Local governments working together to help strong projects such as this come to fruition are critical in economic development, and we are fortunate to have great local leadership. Welcome to Dothan, Amazon!”
The new facility is expected to serve thousands across the region while bolstering the local economy and providing meaningful opportunities for residents.
To apply, based on a sign that is located at the facility here is the website Amazon.com/start-here.
