Evening Part-Time Part-time Freight Dock Associate – Champaign
Part-Time Role Based in Champaign
Snapshot
- Part-Time Salary: $21-$25/Hour (approx. $27.5k/Year)
- Stable part-time work with a friendly Champaign team and clear expectations.
- Job Title: Part-time Freight Dock Associate – Flexible Part-Time Role
- Employer: XPO Logistics (Hiring for part-time roles in Champaign)
- Status: New part-time opening (actively interviewing in Champaign).
- Benefits: A competitive part-time compensation package.
- Location: Champaign, IL
- This part-time position centers on your professional skills within the Warehousing And Logistics space in Champaign.
- Required Experience: No prior experience necessary.
- This part-time role in Champaign is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our XPO Logistics part-time team in Champaign, IL is growing.
- Benefit from working part-time in Champaign, a key hub for the Warehousing And Logistics industry.
Drive the Hub of Industrial Transport
About XPO Logistics
As one of the largest providers of less-than-truckload (LTL) freight transportation in North America, XPO Logistics ensures critical industrial and consumer goods keep moving. The Part-Time Freight Dock Associate operates at the core of our terminal network, ensuring heavy pallets are transloaded safely and efficiently. When you embark on an entry-level career in logistics jobs with XPO, you are joining an innovative, safety-first environment that values your physical hustle and dedication to high-quality freight distribution.
Job Summary
We are actively seeking physically strong, energetic, and highly reliable individuals to join our terminal operations team. As a Part-Time Freight Dock Associate, you will be primarily responsible for operating a sit-down forklift to unload trailers, stage freight, and build outbound loads. You will serve as the logistical heartbeat of the terminal, delivering the signature precision that sets us apart in the freight transport industry. This is a highly active role perfect for those who enjoy operating industrial equipment.
Comprehensive Responsibilities
- Equipment Operation: Safely operate propane or electric sit-down forklifts continuously to move irregular, heavy freight across the terminal dock.
- Freight Transloading: Read load manifests and scanner directives to identify incoming pallets, transferring them efficiently from inbound to outbound 53-foot trailers.
- Load Optimization: Stack and arrange freight strategically inside trailers to balance weight distribution, prevent crush damage, and maximize cube space.
- Safety Adherence: Maintain a clean, hazard-free dock, strictly adhering to all OSHA and internal safety guidelines, including reporting damaged freight immediately.
Industry-Leading Benefits & Salary
Your heavy lifting and driving precision command a premier Total Rewards package:
- Salary: Competitive starting pay of $21.00 to $25.00 per hour based on industrial experience and shift selection.
- Career Growth: Access to continuous learning programs and clear pathways to Terminal Management or CDL-A Driver training programs.
- Flexible Scheduling: Part-time morning, evening, and weekend shifts available to suit your lifestyle.
- Health & Wellness: Foundational medical and wellness benefit options available for eligible part-time team members.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age upon application.
- Previous forklift experience is highly preferred, but we will provide complete certification and safety training for the right candidate.
- Must possess an incredibly reliable work ethic and a strict commitment to workplace safety.
- Physical stamina with the continuous ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb on and off equipment, and work in a dock environment exposed to outdoor weather.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Evening Part-Time Part-time Freight Dock Associate – Champaign position pay at XPO Logistics?
This role offers a pay range of $21 - $25. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Champaign.
Where is this Evening Part-Time Part-time Freight Dock Associate – Champaign job located?
This position is based in Champaign, IL. Check the job details for the exact work location and nearest site within Champaign.
Can I work this part-time Evening Part-Time Part-time Freight Dock Associate – Champaign job around another job or schedule?
Yes. This is a part-time role — typically around 15 to 30 hours per week — and XPO Logistics offers flexible scheduling with shifts across mornings, evenings, and weekends. Many people work it as a second job or to earn extra income around a full-time job, school, or family. Share your availability when you apply.
Do I need a forklift certification for this role?
No prior forklift certification is required. XPO Logistics provides free, paid on-site training and certification for all powered industrial truck (PIT) equipment including forklifts, clamp trucks, and order pickers.
Do I need prior experience to apply for this Evening Part-Time Part-time Freight Dock Associate – Champaign job?
No prior experience is required. XPO Logistics provides all necessary training for new hires. This is an entry-level opportunity open to candidates from all backgrounds.
How many hours per week is this part-time Evening Part-Time Part-time Freight Dock Associate – Champaign role?
Part-time roles at XPO Logistics typically run about 15 to 30 hours per week, usually in 4- to 6-hour shifts you can often pick around your availability. Exact hours depend on the location's needs and the days and times you can work.
