Dockworker (Hostler)

XPO • Glenpool, OK

2d

About The Position

The Dockworker (Hostler) moves trailers throughout the property and safely operates a hostler and other heavy equipment in varying weather conditions. The role includes loading freight at least one day per week, handling and connecting or disconnecting converter dollies, and scanning and tracking shipments with mobile handheld devices. Work is performed safely and efficiently in accordance with company safety policies.

The position involves frequent lifting of objects up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting of objects over 70 pounds, along with reaching, bending, climbing, pushing, pulling, twisting, squatting, and kneeling. Employees must walk and stand for extended periods on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery. Work schedules may vary with freight volumes and include days, evenings, nights, and weekends.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Be able to perform basic math calculations, with and without a calculator.
• Pass a company-paid, post-offer, pre-hire physical essential functions test.
• Be available to work a variety of shifts due to varying freight volumes, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights up to 50 pounds frequently and over 70 pounds occasionally.
• Reach, including above the 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.

Nice To Haves

• Tractor/trailer experience, including with a 3-axle tractor and 53-foot trailer.
• Dock or warehouse experience in the transportation industry.
• Forklift experience in a freight or less-than-truckload environment.
• Experience loading and unloading trailers.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Desire to succeed and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers throughout the property.
• Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Efficiently load freight a minimum of one day per week.
• Operate a hostler in all types of weather and safely walk and stand for extended periods.
• Safely operate heavy equipment, including moving, positioning, and connecting or disconnecting a converter dolly with an average weight or pull force of approximately 128 pounds.
• Work safely and efficiently while adhering to company safety policies.
• Use mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments.

Benefits

• Pay starts at $24.83 per hour.
• Full health insurance on day one.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Earn up to 13 days of PTO over the first year.
• Nine paid company holidays.
• 401(k) option with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Education assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed