Dockworker

Solutions driven success. 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. Pay, benefits and more.
•   Expected pay range: $25.79 to $31.34 per hour. Pay is on an annual step progression. Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set. What you'll do on a typical day:
•   Move trailers throughout the property
•   Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack, forklift and by hand, as needed
•   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 of time
•   Safely operate heavy equipment, including a converter dolly
•   Work in a safe, efficient manner while adhering to company safety policies
•   Use mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments What you need to succeed at XPO: At a minimum, you'll need:
•   To be at least 18 years of age
•   A valid driver's license
•   Ability to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator
•   To pass a company-paid, post-offer, pre-hire (physical essential functions) test
•   Availability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends, due to varying freight volumes It'd be great if you also have:
•   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 a strong attention to detail This job requires the ability to:
•   Lift objects of various shapes, sizes and weights up 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 of time on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery
•   Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including a pallet jack, forklift and by hand
•   Safely operate heavy equipment, including moving, positioning and connecting/disconnecting a converter dolly with an average weight/pull force of approximately 128 lbs.Be part of something big. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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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