Dockworker (Hostler)

XPO Logistics Freight Inc.; Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 41,328 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance on day one

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Company holidays

401(k) with company match

Stock purchase plan

Education assistance

Job summary

XPO Logistics Freight Inc. is seeking a Dockworker (Hostler) in Kernersville, NC to move trailers, operate forklifts, and load freight safely. The role requires the ability to work long hours, including nights and weekends, with an emphasis on accuracy and safety.

Training and a company-paid pre-hire test accompany the opportunity. Eligible candidates can start with strong forklift experience and a commitment to reliability, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator.
• Able to pass a company-paid, post-offer, pre-hire test.
• Available to work a flexible schedule 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.
• Efficiently load freight at least one day per week.
• Operate a hostler in all weather; stand for extended periods.
• Safely operate heavy equipment and handle a converter dolly.
• Comply with safety policies and track shipments on handheld devices.

Skills

Basic math

Driver's license

Flexible schedule

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Requisition ID388692-Posted07/23/2026-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:

• Experienced forklift operators can start at $30.13/hour
• 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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