Dockworker (Hostler)

XPO Logistics Freight Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO

Holidays

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Education assistance

Job summary

XPO Logistics Freight Inc. is hiring a Dockworker (Hostler) in the United States. The role involves moving trailers, operating forklifts and pallet jacks, and loading freight at least one day weekly.

You must be at least 18, hold a valid driver’s license, and complete a pre-hire test. Excellent safety awareness and flexibility are required for day, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts. Benefits include health, life and disability insurance on day one, PTO, nine holidays, a 401(k) with

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 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 flexible schedule that’s up to 12-14 hours a day, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers throughout the property.
• Use motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack and forklift.
• Load freight at least 1 day per week.
• Operate a hostler in all types of weather; walk and stand for extended periods.
• Safely operate heavy equipment and connect/disconnect a converter dolly.
• Follow safety policies and scan/track shipments.

Skills

Math skills

Written and verbal communication

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Equipment operation safety

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Requisition ID388489-Posted07/13/2026-US

What you’ll need to succeed as a Dockworker (Hostler) at XPO

• 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 flexible schedule that’s up to 12-14 hours a day, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays

Preferred qualifications:

• 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

About the Dockworker (Hostler) job

Pay, benefits and more:

• Expected pay range: $24.83 to $30.13 per hour. Pay is on an annual step progression. Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set.
• 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
• This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• 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
• Operate a hostler in all types of weather; safely walk and stand for extended periods
• Safely operate heavy equipment, including moving, positioning and connecting/disconnecting a converter dolly with an average weight/pull force of approximately 128 lbs.
• Work in a safe, efficient manner while adhering to company safety policies
• Use mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments

Dockworker (Hostler)s are required to:

• 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

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. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.

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.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.

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