Overview
Dockworker (Hostler) – Day Shift Jobs in Burnsville, MN at XPO
What you’ll need to succeed as a Dockworker (Hostler) at XPO
Minimum qualifications:
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 variety of shifts due to varying freight volumes, including days, evenings, nights and weekends
Preferred qualifications:
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
About the Dockworker (Hostler) job
Pay, benefits and more:
Expected pay range: $24.14 to $29.28 per hour. Pay is on an annual step progression. Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set
Full health insurance on day one
Life and disability insurance
Earn up to 7 days PTO over your first year
Earn up to 6 days of paid sick and safe leave per year
9 paid company holidays
401(k) option with company match
Employee stock purchase plan
Education assistance
This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position
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.
Title: Dockworker (Hostler) – Day Shift
Company: XPO
Location: Burnsville, MN
