Amazon’s shift in maintenance vendors is set to impact nearly 300 jobs statewide, including 151 layoffs in California’s Central Valley. Here’s what affected workers need to know.
Amazon Ends Partnership with JLL: Fresno and Visalia Warehouses to Lose Maintenance Jobs
A major workforce shift is coming to four Amazon warehouse facilities in California, with 151 maintenance workers in Fresno and Visalia set to be laid off by June 14, 2025, following a vendor transition. The impacted employees are currently employed by Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), a Chicago-based commercial real estate and property services firm.
The layoff announcement comes as part of a larger decision by Amazon Global Real Estate and Facilities to end its contract with JLL as its maintenance services provider.
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Breakdown of Affected California Locations and Jobs
The job cuts, disclosed in California WARN Act notices filed in April, affect Amazon facilities across several cities:
- Fresno: 87 workers losing their jobs
- Visalia: 64 workers affected
- Stockton: 70 layoffs
- Sacramento: 77 layoffs
In total, 298 JLL employees in California will be laid off, along with additional reductions in other states, including:
- Kansas: 154 layoffs
- Illinois: 36 layoffs
- Florida: 86 layoffs
Why the Layoffs Are Happening: Amazon’s Statement
According to a statement from Amazon spokesperson Sam Stephenson, the company routinely evaluates its vendor partners and decided to transition to a new maintenance provider after a recent review:
“As part of our regular course of business, we evaluate our vendor partners based on a number of factors and make changes to meet our business needs. As a result of a recent review, we’re changing maintenance vendors. Those who are impacted by this change will have the opportunity to interview for positions with the new vendor.”
Amazon did not disclose the name of the incoming maintenance contractor, and the company declined to answer follow-up questions on May 23 regarding who the replacement vendor will be.
What Happens Next for Laid-Off Workers?
While the layoff notices are effective June 14, 2025, impacted employees will be given an opportunity to re-interview for their jobs with the incoming vendor. However, job security remains uncertain for many workers during this transition period.
Affected workers in Fresno and Visalia, who have been maintaining Amazon’s large-scale fulfillment operations, may face temporary unemployment or shifts in compensation and job conditions, depending on the policies of the new vendor.
Background on Amazon’s Fresno FAT 1 Center and Local Economic Impact
The Amazon FAT 1 distribution center in Fresno is one of the company’s major logistics hubs in the Central Valley. Any disruption in workforce operations could create ripple effects, not only for employees and their families but also for the regional economy.
Given the growing reliance on fulfillment centers for job creation in the Central Valley, large-scale layoffs—especially in maintenance and logistics—can stress local support systems, including unemployment benefits, retraining programs, and municipal employment agencies.
Vendor Changes Reflect Amazon’s Broader Operational Strategy
Amazon has been steadily optimizing its logistics and facilities management operations to reduce costs and improve performance. Changing maintenance vendors appears to be part of this ongoing strategy.
Although the company often emphasizes automation and operational efficiency, the impact on human labor remains significant, especially in regions like Fresno and Visalia where warehouse jobs are a major source of employment.
What Local Workers and Communities Can Do
Workers affected by this change are encouraged to:
- Apply for positions with the incoming maintenance vendor as soon as interviews are available
- Contact local employment assistance programs for retraining and benefits support
- Stay informed via Amazon internal HR channels and public notices on job transition opportunities
Local leaders and community organizations may also step in to provide temporary assistance or advocate for greater transparency and employment protections during transitions like this one.
Final Thoughts: Layoffs in Fresno and Visalia Underscore Fragility of Warehouse Employment
The layoff of 151 workers in Fresno and Visalia linked to Amazon’s vendor shift reveals the fragility of contract-based warehouse employment in today’s economy. While Amazon continues to expand its fulfillment network and services, the human impact of operational decisions like vendor changes must not be overlooked.
For the affected families in the Central Valley, the next few months will be critical as they navigate employment uncertainty and seek stability amid shifting corporate partnerships.
To follow updates or learn more about available support, workers should monitor official WARN notices and check Amazon and local workforce development websites for updates on re-interview processes.
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