Dockworker (Hostler)

XPO • Pasco, WA

9d • $26 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

The Dockworker (Hostler) at XPO is responsible for moving trailers throughout the property, using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, and efficiently loading freight. This role requires operating a hostler in various weather conditions, safely operating heavy equipment, and adhering to company safety policies. Dockworkers will also use mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments. This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age
• A valid driver’s license
• Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Tractor/trailer experience (3 axle tractor, 53' trailer)
• 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

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
• 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

Benefits

• Full health insurance on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 7 days PTO over your first year
• Earn up to 13 days of paid sick leave per year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Education assistance

What This Job Offers

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