Dockworker (Hostler) - Night Shift

XPO Logistics, Inc.; Tennessee; Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift premium

Job summary

XPO Logistics, Inc. is hiring a Dockworker (Hostler) to move trailers, operate pallet jacks and forklifts, and load freight on a flexible schedule on the loading dock. The job requires basic math, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass a pre-hire physical test.

Nights offer a $1.80/hour shift premium; full details follow in the posting. Qualified applicants should be prepared for long shifts up to 12–14 hours and be able to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.
• Able to perform basic math with or without calculator.
• Must pass company-paid, post-offer pre-hire physical test.
• Available for a flexible schedule up to 12-14 hours per day, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers throughout the property.
• Operate pallet jack and forklift.
• Load freight at least one day per week.
• Operate hostler in all weather; stand/walk for extended periods.
• Move heavy equipment and connect/disconnect a converter dolly.
• Adhere to safety policies while working.
• Use handheld devices to scan and track shipments.

Skills

Age requirement

Driver's license

Basic math

Pre-hire test

Flexible schedule

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

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, be nefits and more:

• Experienced forklift operators can start at $30.85/hour
• Additional $1.80/hour shift premium for nights

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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