Dockworker (Hostler)

About the role

The Dockworker (Hostler) position at XPO requires a minimum age of 18, a valid driver’s license, ability to perform basic math calculations, and passing a company-paid, post-offer, pre-hire physical essential functions test. Candidates must be available to work flexible shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Moves trailers throughout the property
• Uses appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jacks and forklifts
• Efficiently loads freight at least once a week
• Safely operates a hostler in all types of weather conditions
• Walks and stands for extended periods
• Safely operates heavy equipment, including moving, positioning, and connecting/disconnecting a converter dolly with an average weight/pull force of approximately 128 lbs.
• Works in a safe, efficient manner while adhering to company safety policies
• Uses mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments

Requirements

• Tractor/trailer experience (3 axle tractor, 53' trailer)
• Dock/warehouse experience in the transportation industry
• Forklift experience in a freight/less-than-truckload environment
• Experience loading and unloading trailers
• Basic written and verbal communication skills
• Desire to succeed with strong attention to detail

Qualifications

• Preferred qualifications include:
• Tractor/trailer experience (3 axle tractor, 53' trailer)
• Dock/warehouse experience in the transportation industry
• Forklift experience in a freight/less-than-truckload environment
• Experience loading and unloading trailers
• Basic written and verbal communication skills
• Desire to succeed with strong attention to detail

Skills

• Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights to 50 lbs. frequently and greater than 70 lbs. occasionally
• Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, and kneel
• Walk and stand for extended periods on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery

Benefits

• Full health insurance on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 13 days PTO over your first year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Education assistance

Pay

Experienced forklift operators can start at $30.13/hour.

Schedule

Candidates must be available to work flexible shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology, and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.