Job Description

This position involves attending an ABF Freight-approved driver training school. Program graduates will perform the duties of a checker/driver combined dock/P&D employee.

Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma / GED

Additional Requirements:

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Ability to obtain CDL-A with doubles/triples, tanker and hazardous materials endorsement.
• Safe driving record (from MVR and previous employment).
• Be able to pass DOT pre-employment drug screen and meet DOT medical requirements.

Benefits:

(Benefits eligible upon completion of the program and acceptance of a full-time position, waiting period may apply).

• Make more money! Wages are Teamster Union Scale which are greater than most other carriers!
• Be Home more often! Home time for ABF Freight drivers far exceeds that of other drivers within the truckload industry.
• Vast majority of ABF Freight local driving jobs are Monday through Friday.
• All drivers receive health and welfare benefits with no employee paid premiums.
• Each employee receives 7 days of sick leave each January 1st. With the amount of personal days, sick leave, and paid holidays, an employee may qualify for up to 3 weeks of paid days off without using vacation.
• Life insurance is provided through the multi-employer sponsored health and welfare fund.
• Employees are given the opportunity to contribute to a company sponsored 401(k).
• ABF Freight employees are covered by a pension plan at no expense to the employee.
• Drivers participate in a profit-sharing program with option to purchase company stock through a stock purchase plan.
• Fully air-conditioned equipment.
• Tractors equipped with power steering.
• Preventive Maintenance Program for all ABF equipment.

Other Details

Work Hours:

• Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location.

Compensation:

• This is a hourly position paid weekly.

About Us

ABF Freight, an ArcBest company, is one of the nation's largest, most trusted less-than-truckload carriers. With over a century of experience, 240 service centers spanning North America, and an unwavering commitment to quality, safety and customer service, ABF offers best-in-class LTL transportation for companies of all sizes and industries. We're driven for excellence.

Job Description

Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same techniques, technology and procedures as a dock worker. Actual duties and schedule may vary depending on terminal location.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload cargo.
• Operate a forklift as needed.
• Exercise independent judgment regarding the building and tearing down of the trailer to utilize time, resources, energy, and physical demands effectively and efficiently, while complying with all weight distribution laws.
• Complete routine paperwork effectively, and properly log loading sheets.
• Other duties, as assigned.
• Perform various tasks ranging from check-in, tractor/trailer inspection, tractor set up, and the pickup and delivery of cargo.

Benefits

CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time - $5,000 Sign On Bonus!

• Make more money! Wages are Teamster Union Scale which are greater than most other carriers! Hourly employees also receive overtime pay after 8 hours/day.
• All Union Employees receive health and welfare benefits with no employee paid premiums.
• Each employee receives 7 days of sick leave each January 1st. With the amount of personal days, sick leave, and paid holidays, an employee may qualify for up to 3 weeks of paid days off without using vacation.
• Life insurance is provided through the multi-employer sponsored health and welfare fund.
• Employees are given the opportunity to contribute to the Teamsters National 401(k).
• ABF Freight employees are covered by a pension plan at no expense to the employee.
• ABF Union employees participate in a profit sharing program.

Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma / GED

Experience:

• 1 year of verifiable tractor/trailer experience (Candidates with less than 1 year experience may be eligible for training).

Additional Requirements:

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Good stable work record.
• Safe driving record (from MVR and previous employment).
• Be able to pass DOT pre-employment drug screen and meet DOT medical requirements.
• Shift days and hours required for this position vary by location and may include days, nights, and/or weekends. Being able to work the required hours at this location will be considered a minimum requirement.
• Have a Class-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker and hazardous materials endorsements and no automatic restriction.

Other Details

Work Hours:

• Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location.

Compensation:

• This is a hourly position paid weekly.

About Us

ABF Freight, an ArcBest company, is one of the nation's largest, most trusted less-than-truckload carriers. With over a century of experience, 240 service centers spanning North America, and an unwavering commitment to quality, safety and customer service, ABF offers best-in-class LTL transportation for companies of all sizes and industries. We're driven for excellence.

In accordance with the Washington State Labor Code, the range in pay for this position is $27.94 to $31.05 per hour.

Now is your chance to join one of the country's largest and most trusted LTL carriers: ABF Freight is looking for new Full-time Dockworkers who will receive paid training to obtain their Class A CDL, at no cost to the employee!

ABF Freight is looking for self-motivated, hardworking, and energetic Dock Workers to add to our exceptional team, and to eventually become Class A CDL drivers through our Driver Development Program. Our Dock Workers ensure our customers receive their freight in the condition in which it was sent. At ABF Freight, customer satisfaction is key. Efficiency and skill is vital in making sure that shipments arrive on time, every time.

It's more than a job; it's a career.

ABF Freight Dock Workers will do the following, but are not limited to:

• Loading and unloading trailers for the purpose of transporting a wide variety of cargo, moving cargo, driving a forklift, or using a pallet jack or other freight for transit
• Effectively and efficiently operating mobile technology
• Completing all required paperwork
• Actual duties and schedule may vary depending on terminal location
• Once driver training is completed, the employee will take on the duties of a City Driver Full-Time Combined Dock/P and D
• Job Requirements
• Must be at least 21 years old in order to obtain Class A CDL.
• Stable work record
• Clean driving and safety record
• All Dock Workers must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer company physical.
• Will be required to attend an ABF Freight Driver Development Program and obtain Class A CDL within 9 months of date of hire as condition of employment
• Shift days and hours required for this position vary by location and may include days, nights, and/or weekends. Being able to work the required hours at this location will be considered a minimum requirement.

Benefits:

• Make more money! Wages are Teamster Union Scale, which are greater than most other carriers.
• Plan for the future. ABF Freight employees are covered by a pension plan at no expense to the employee.
• Life insurance is provided through a multi-employer sponsored health and welfare fund.
• Dock Workers receive up to 7 sick days per contract year.
• Employees are given the opportunity to contribute to a company-sponsored 401(k).
• All Dock Workers receive excellent medical, dental and vision coverage with no employee-paid premiums.
• Dock Workers participate in a profit-sharing program with the option to purchase company stock through a stock purchase plan.
• Employees will be paid full wages while in training to obtain a Class A CDL
• In accordance with the Washington State Labor Code, the range in pay for this position is $27.94 to $31.05 per hour.

Job Description

CDL-A Linehaul Truck Drivers are responsible for the pickup and delivery of cargo trailers to and from various long-distance destinations.

Responsibilities

• Coupling and uncoupling trailers from one another and from the tractor.
• Driving for an extended period of time.
• Performing various tasks ranging from check-in, tractor/trailer inspection, tractor set up and the pickup and delivery of cargo.
• Actual duties and schedule may vary depending on terminal location.

Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma / GED, required

Experience:

• 1 year of verifiable tractor/trailer experience (Candidates with less than 1-year experience may be eligible for training).

Certifications:

• Class-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker and hazardous materials endorsements and no automatic restriction

Additional Requirements:

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Good stable work record.
• Safe driving record (from MVR and previous employment).
• Be able to pass DOT pre-employment drug screen and meet DOT medical requirements.
• Shift days and hours required for this position vary by location and may include days, nights, and/or weekends. Being able to work the required hours at this location will be considered a minimum requirement.

Benefits

• Road Tractors average less than 18 months in age.
• Fully air-conditioned equipment.
• Tractors equipped with power steering.
• Preventive Maintenance Program for all ABF equipment.
• Wages - Teamster Union Scale with over-the-road mileage rate.
• Retirement - Provided through multi-employer pension fund.
• Excellent pension and health benefits for retirees.
• Life Insurance - Provided through multi-employer sponsored health and welfare fund.
• Sick Pay - 7 days per calendar year.
• Vacation - Up to 6 weeks vacation for 30 years of service.
• 401K - Company sponsored program.
• Medical - Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage with no out-of-pocket premium cost to employees.

Other Details

Work Hours:

• Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location.

Compensation:

• This is milage pay paid weekly.

About Us

ABF Freight, an ArcBest company, is one of the nation's largest, most trusted less-than-truckload carriers. With over a century of experience, 240 service centers spanning North America, and an unwavering commitment to quality, safety and customer service, ABF offers best-in-class LTL transportation for companies of all sizes and industries. We're driven for excellence.