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Make Campground Reservations. Provide Educational Verification to your CamperForce Team. Take inventory of your fitness level
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Donna Bonnett says, Do not try working in brand new shoes! Be sure to break them in beforehand. Jill Ferrer says, Make sure you have have enough room in your shoes toe box to avoid blisters. Marnie Aaron says, Make sure you have at least 2 pairs of shoes that are broken in before you start. Jan Schwartz says, Get some great shoes and start walking now. Jose Ferrer says, Wear good quality, thin, moisture absorbent socks. Carol Petty says, The right outlook from the beginning will certainly help. This is a job, not a career. Joyce Cooley says, The most important tip is a positive attitude. We do not need to expect everything to be given to us. We must work for it. June Keene says, Smile, Smile, Smile! Walt Gunn says, Keep an open mind, dont be afraid to ask questions and get involved in your area. Yes it is work, but it can be fun work too! George Nelson says, Go with the flow and dont complain because this isnt our profession. Its just a seasonal job. Let things roll off of your back and be open to new opportunities. Al Phillips says, Be flexible and open to change. Doug McConnaughay says, Remember to smile and enjoy yourself. It is HARD WORK, but enjoy the experience! Laura Mulford says, One of the things that brings me back is being able to say Oh Yeah? I did it again! Barbara McDaniel says, Do Christmas shopping prior to arriving at Amazon. The time flies by so quickly! Suddenly its Christmas!
Thanks to you well meet and exceed our customers expectations again this Peak season.
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1050 S. Columbia Ave. Campbellsville, KY 42718 (270) 849-2604 (270) 849-2701 fax sdf-camper@amazon.com
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1600 E. Newlands Drive Fernley, NV 89408 775-575-8045 (775) 575-8058 fax rno-camper@amazon.com
Fron bulletin boards, to manager announcements, and even bathroom walls, safety is our number one concern!
CamperForce Benefits
CamperForce Support System
One of the great benefits associated with the CamperForce program is the support system in place. A great example is this newsletter edition. Returning CamperForce associates Sharing their experiences so others may learn from them. Also, our Trainers, Ambassadors, CamperForce Scouts, PAs, and Area Managers stand ready to assist you in everyway to be successful!
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Upcoming Events
Stop by and see us at these upcoming events. Theres always room for one more! FMCA 87th Family Reunion Indianapolis, IN Aug. 27th30th July 28th Sept. 16th21st Lodge of the Ozarks Convention Center Branson, MO Escapees 52nd Escapade Sedalia, MO
Bob Gast telling another tall tale!
On the road at the Good Sam Rally in Louisville, Kentucky, June 2012.
From Tampa, FL. To Quartzsite, AZ. And all points in between, the CamperForce team attends various events each season telling good people about the opportunities at Amazon!
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Brian Nelson says, I took the perspective that I was getting PAID TO EXERCISE as a picker. When you have long distances between picks, power walk. Youll burn more calories and be more productive at the same time. Debbie Howe says, Begin walking NOW, your body will thank you for it! Also, start drinking water. Carol Petty says, Epson salt foot baths will do wonders for tired feet and will help with leg cramps. Peppermint flavor makes the rig smell nice!
Kellie Gunn says, Find some comfortable shoes and clothes.this is not a suit and tie affair. Rich Aaron says, Just enjoy yourself and remember to have fun! Jill Ferrer says, Eat breakfast before you start work (or lunch/ dinner if youre on nights) so you start your shift with sufficient energythen eat healthy at lunch and breaks. Joyce Cooley says, The clothes you wear are very important. Layers of clothing are a must!
June Keene says, I make a large container of trail mix and keep adding different things to it. Its better than candy bars; of course we share with others at the table! Brian Nelson says, Take pride in your work and do your bestjust as in any other job. You make great friends, so youll look forward to going to work every day! SMILE and enjoy the job. You make the decision whether you want to enjoy the job or not!
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Campbellsville Corner
This month as we get closer and closer to Peak we wanted to keep you updated about changes that have been taking place. Those of you who were here last season and lived at Heartland will be pleased to know that a bright yellow crosswalk has been painted on South Columbia Avenue to help make crossing the street more safe! Also, a yellow walkway has been painted on the pavement leading in to the facility parking lot for your safety. Just as we did last year, well issue orange Safety vests to everyone at Heartland as well to increase your visibility as pedestrians. The Climate Control System has been installed and has been on for approximately 2 weeks. Its really helping to keep the humidity and heat at bay! Another change thats taken place at our facility is that everyone carrying a bag or purse into the warehouse will have that bag or purse inspected by Security, even if the Randomizer indicates Green. What this means is this: If youre carrying a fanny pack or plastic purse you wont have to go through the checkpoint on green, but your fanny pack or bag will. Now it becomes even more important to carry fewer items into the facility. Please leave as many items in your locker or lunch bag as possible as we try to move efficiently to the break rooms from breaks and lunches. Weve also installed new sidewalks around the parking lot in front of our building! Its been a busy summer here in Campbellsville! See you soon!
Coffeyville Chronicle
Propane & Your RV Before heading out on the road, youll want to follow these quick tips: Inspect propane cylinders and hold-down brackets for rust, corrosion, fatigue, or wear. For permanently installed tanks, check the brackets and mounting hardware, as well. If you are bringing additional propane cylinders, make sure they are stored securely, upright, and in a well-ventilated area. Never transport any propane container inside your RV. Inspect connections leading to our propane appliances for fray, kinks, or damage. Make sure your RV has operational propane, CO2, and smoke detectors as required by code. You should also have at least one fire extinguisher. Class 5-B:C for trailers; Class 10-B:C for motor homes. Exit the RV immediately if any of these detectors go off. If the propane detector goes off, follow all instructions in the If You Smell Gas section. On the Road Most RV refrigerators can keep food and beverages cold during several hours of travel without a power source. For your safety, it is recommended that the propane supply be turned off at the tank source. For your safety, it is recommended that the propane supply be turned off at the tank while driving. At Campground/Destination Propane is a great resource to cook food, cool beverages, or provide warmth/power at rest stops and Campgrounds. Keep in mind some key safety considerations: Open a window or roof vent and turn on your exhaust fan when using your stove for cooking. Do not use your stove for space heat! Propane Education & Research Council, 2011
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Amazon Acronyms
If you are new to the Amazon CamperForce program we want to help you become familiar with the language we speak! There are some words we use that have very specific meanings and can seem like a foreign language. Well introduce them to you now, so when you arrive you can speak like a true Amazonian! Holiday Blackout Period: During this defined Blackout period, Amazon associates are generally prohibited from scheduling time off work, other than regular days off and are expected to make every effort to help meet our customers expectations. The Blackout dates will be posted in the building no later than October 1st.
Supportive Feedback Document: A written document used to provide feedback, identify, and help remove barriers that are impeding associate performance. Associates will be responsible to being open to feedback by their manager, communicating openly with their managers about their barriers, and partnering with their manager to identify and implement solutions to achieve the standard work expectations.
Referrals
Did you know that Amazon paid out thousands of dollars last year in Referral Bonuses? The process is very simple:
1. To refer a potential candidate, please fill out the referral form you received in your new hire packet and return it
via email or fax to the location youll be working at this season
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You are eligible for a referral bonus when you refer a potential candidate that hasnt previously worked for Amazon before and is not currently interviewing for an open position.
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If the candidate you refer is hired and indicates during the interview process that you referred them, you will receive a $50 bonus after the new associate has worked for Amazon for 30 days. You must completely fill out the CamperForce Referral Form at the time of referral and be employed by Amazon at the time the referral is eligible to be paid in order to receive the bonus.
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Employees involved in the hiring decisions are not eligible for a referral bonus.
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