Dockworker (Hostler) - Night Shift

About the role

The Dockworker (Hostler) position at XPO requires a minimum of 18 years of age, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to perform basic math calculations. Candidates must also pass a company-paid, post-offer, pre-hire physical essential functions test. Preferred qualifications include tractor/trailer experience, dock/warehouse experience, forklift experience, and basic written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Moves trailers throughout the property using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including a pallet jack and forklift.
• Efficiently loads freight a minimum of one day per week.
• Safely operates a hostler in all types of weather, walking and standing for extended periods.
• Safely operates heavy equipment, such as 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.
• Lifts objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights to 50 lbs. frequently and greater than 70 lbs. occasionally.
• Reaches (including above your head), bends, climbs, pushes, pulls, twists, squats, and kneels.
• Walks and stands for extended periods on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery.

Requirements

To qualify, candidates must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass a company-paid, post-offer, pre-hire physical essential functions test. Additional preferred qualifications include tractor/trailer experience, dock/warehouse experience, forklift experience, basic written and verbal communication skills, and a desire to succeed with strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age.

Skills

Basic written and verbal communication skills, along with strong attention to detail, are preferred qualifications for this role.

Benefits

Experienced forklift operators can start at $30.85/hour, with an additional $1.80/hour shift premium for nights.

Pay

Pay starts at $30.85/hour for experienced forklift operators, with an additional $1.80/hour shift premium for nights.