About the position
As a Dockworker (Hostler) at XPO, you will play a crucial role in the efficient operation of our transportation services. This position involves moving trailers throughout the property and using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jacks and forklifts. You will be responsible for loading freight at least once a week and operating a hostler in various weather conditions. Safety is paramount, and you will be expected to adhere to company safety policies while efficiently performing your duties. The role requires physical stamina, as you will be lifting objects frequently, reaching, bending, climbing, and standing for extended periods on a loading dock that may not be climate-controlled. In addition to the physical demands, you will utilize mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments, ensuring that all freight is accounted for and handled properly. The Dockworker (Hostler) position is essential for maintaining the flow of operations and ensuring that our customers receive their shipments on time. You will be part of a team that values safety, efficiency, and attention to detail, contributing to the overall success of XPO's transportation services.
Responsibilities
- Move trailers throughout the property
- Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack and forklift
- Efficiently load freight a minimum of 1 day per week
- Safely operate heavy equipment, including moving, positioning and connecting/disconnecting a converter dolly
- Work in a safe, efficient manner while adhering to company safety policies
- Use mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments
- 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
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age
- A valid driver's license
- Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator
- To pass a company-paid, post-offer, pre-hire (physical essential functions) test
- Available to work a variety of shifts due to varying freight volumes, including days, evenings, nights and weekends
Nice-to-haves
- 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
Benefits
- Pay starts at $22.74/hour
- Full health insurance on day one
- Life and disability insurance
- Earn up to 13 days PTO over your first year
- 10 paid company holidays
- 401(k) option with company match
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Education assistance
