Hostler Dockworker — Forklift Pro with Full Benefits

XPO Logistics Freight Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance on day one

Life and disability insurance

PTO (up to 13 days) first year

9 paid company holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Education assistance

Job summary

XPO Logistics Freight Inc. is seeking a Dockworker (Hostler) to join our on-site team in Indianapolis, Indiana. You will move trailers, operate a hostler and pallet jack, and assist with loading/unloading freight on a daily basis.

The role requires basic math, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass a pre-hire test. Candidates should be able to work varied shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.

Qualifications

• 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 variety of shifts due to varying freight volumes, including days, evenings, nights and weekends.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Forklift experience

Dock/warehouse experience

Basic math

Attention to detail

Shift flexibility

Tools

Pallet jack

Job description

XPO Logistics Freight Inc. is seeking a Dockworker (Hostler) to join our on-site team in Indianapolis, Indiana. You will move trailers, operate a hostler and pallet jack, and assist with loading/unloading freight on a daily basis.

The role requires basic math, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass a pre-hire test. Candidates should be able to work varied shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.