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

• Great opportunity for full-time career in the future!
• Wages - Teamster Union Scale.

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.
• In accordance with the Minnesota Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the pay for this position is 30.99 hourly.

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.

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

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 5 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 Minnesota Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the starting pay for this position during training is $27.89 hourly, once training is complete the pay will increase to $30.99 hourly.