Dockworker (Hostler) - Night Shift

XPO Logistics Freight Inc.; Whites Creek (TN); On-site; USD 42,705 - 45,460; Full time

Job summary

XPO Logistics Freight Inc. is seeking a Dockworker (Hostler) to move trailers, operate forklifts and pallet jacks, and assist with loading freight. The role supports a busy dock operation and requires strong attention to safety and efficiency.

Pay starts at $30.85 per hour for experienced operators, with an additional $1.80 per hour night premium. Shifts can be 12–14 hours and include days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Have a valid driver’s license.
• Able to perform basic math calculations.
• Pass a company-paid, pre-hire test.
• Available to work a flexible schedule up to 12–14 hours daily, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers throughout the property.
• Use motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack and forklift.
• Load freight on at least one day per week.
• Operate a hostler in all weather and stand for extended periods.
• Safely operate heavy equipment, including the converter dolly.
• Work safely and follow company safety policies.
• Use handheld devices to scan and track shipments.

Skills

Basic math

Valid driver’s license

Post-offer pre-hire test

Flexible schedule

Trailer/yard movement

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack 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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