Operations Management Trainee

Program Overview

This 12-month rotational training program is an entry-level training program for candidates with limited or no prior LTL or transportation operations experience.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent military experience
• High level of stamina, adaptability and grit – you'll be challenged daily, balancing operational demands, learning new skills quickly, and stepping into leadership situations in real time.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays
• Willing to relocate within region upon successful completion of the program

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business or a related field
• Demonstrated leadership experience through internships, academic projects, athletics or work experience
• Experience working on a dock or similar field operations environment
• Strong communication, problem-solving and organizational skills

• Competitive compensation package
• Full health insurance benefits available on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance
• Paid training and development, including required certifications

• Expect long, active days primarily on the dock, working alongside frontline teams in a physically and operationally demanding environment.
• Participate in a 12‑month Management Training operations rotational program, with assignments lasting 1–5 weeks each across all major functions including field operations, linehaul, maintenance, and support functions.
• Participate in the internal Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) school and forklift certification during the program.
• Learn and perform the foundational job functions, skills and responsibilities of each rotational assignment.
• Complete dedicated leadership training at key points to prepare you for leadership on the dock during and after the program.
• Work alongside freight operations supervisors, dockworkers and field leaders to gain hands‑on operational experience.
• Communicate consistently with the program manager, reporting manager and mentor.
• Meet weekly goals, learning objectives and performance milestones.
• Take initiative to learn XPO operations through online resources, observation, and hands‑on experience.

• Successfully complete all field rotation assignments with a strong foundational understanding of each functional area.
• Obtain all required certifications, including CDL and forklift certification.
• Develop and deliver a Capstone project and presentation at the conclusion of the 12‑month program.
• Demonstrate readiness for frontline leadership.

Program start date is July 6, 2026. Upon successful completion of the program, Operations Management Trainees will be promoted to Freight Operations Supervisors at a location within their assigned region.

Annual Salary: $63,000. Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set. This is an incentive‑based position, which may include bonuses, incentive or commission plans.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until all open positions in this location are filled. (Colorado only)

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.