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CDL-A Linehaul Truck Driver
Job DescriptionCDL-A Linehaul Truck Drivers are responsible for the pickup and delivery of cargo ...
Sauk Village, IL + Apply

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

    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 a paid weekly position.
    • In accordance with the Illinois Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the starting pay for this position is $0.70 a mile. Company-funded benefits are offered to full-time employees after a waiting period determined by local union standards.

    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.

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Dock Worker / Forklift Operator, Part-time
Job Description Dock Workers are responsible for loading and unloading trailers for the purpose o...
Sauk Village, IL + Apply

Job Description

Dock Workers are responsible for 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 and completing all required paperwork.

Responsibilities

    • Load and unload trailers for the purpose of transporting a wide variety of cargo.
    • Effectively operate mobile technology.
    • Complete all required paperwork.
    • Prepare wide varieties of freight for transit.
    • Move cargo, drive a forklift or use a pallet jack or other freight handling equipment.
    • Equipment - Preventive Maintenance Program for all ABF equipment.
    • Actual duties and schedule may vary depending on terminal location.

    Requirements

    Additional Requirements:

    • This is a casual position and employee must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and on an as-needed basis.
    • Minimum 18 years of age.
    • Have a stable work record.
    • Have a good safety record.
    • Be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and post-offer company physical.
    • 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.

    Other Details

    Work Hours:

    • Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location.

    Compensation:

    • This is a hourly position paid weekly.
    • In accordance with the Illinois Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the pay for this position is $18.00 an hour.

    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.

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CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time
Job Description Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within prox...
Sauk Village, IL + Apply

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.
    • Perform various tasks ranging from check-in, tractor/trailer inspection, tractor set up, and the pickup and delivery of cargo.
    • 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.
    • Other duties, as assigned.
    • Operate a forklift as needed.
    • Complete routine paperwork effectively, and properly log loading sheets.

    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).

    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

    • 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.

    Other Details

    Work Hours:

    • Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location.

    Compensation:

    • This is a hourly position paid weekly.
    • In accordance with the Illinois Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the pay for this position is $29.34 an hour.

    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.

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Available Non-Driver Positions
In & Around Chicago Heights, Illinois


Mechanic, Full-time - Sauk Village, IL + Apply

Job Description

Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on ABF equipment as well as other assigned duties. Actual duties and schedule may vary depending on terminal location.

Requirements

Experience:

    • 2 years of verifiable Tractor/Trailer maintenance experience. (Other applicants with the proper vocational training will be considered.)

    Additional Requirements:

    • Good previous work and work attendance record.
    • Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer company physical.
    • Be available to work ANY SHIFT ANY DAY.
    • 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

    • Wages - Teamster or Machinist Union Scale.
    • 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 contract year.
    • Holiday Pay - 8 to 14 days varying by contract.
    • Vacation - Up to 5 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.
    • ABF Stock Purchase Plan.

    Other Details

    Work Hours:

    • Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location.

    Compensation:

    • This is a hourly position paid weekly.
    • In accordance with the Illinois Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the pay for this position will be $31.82 an hour, 4 or more years of experience pay will be $35.36 an hour.

    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.

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Supervisor, Operations I - ABF Freight - Sauk Village, IL + Apply

Job Description

The Supervisor, Operations I oversees the daily operations of a Service Center and ensures the work is performed according to approved Company procedures, standards, and specification. This position supervises all activities of Service Center employees, supports personnel engaged in loading and unloading activities, and requires a hands-on leadership approach to ensure operational efficiency, maintain compliance with labor agreements, and foster a culture of safety and productivity. This position includes working both indoors and outdoors, often in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

    • Provide a clean, safe working environment for all personnel and visiting customers.
    • Work in a team setting to accomplish department goals.
    • Plan, supervise, and control available resources associated with the timely, damage-free, and safe loading/unloading of freight on assigned shifts.
    • Assign job tasks to all workers according to unloading and loading schedules.
    • Build relationships and positive communications with all business partners to ensure customers' and company's service standards are met.
    • Maintain a positive attitude in a highly intense environment.
    • Other duties and projects, as assigned.
    • Maintain appropriate load plans and ensure proper load balance for safe vehicle operation.
    • Provide positive and constructive feedback to employees.
    • Foster safe handling, loading, unloading, and storage of hazardous materials.
    • Support our values driven culture focused on creativity, integrity, collaboration, growth, excellence, and wellness.
    • Communicate job assignments and monitor performance by coordinating with all employees, ensuring direction is clear and concise.
    • Provide training, analyses, performance feedback, and disciplinary recommendations, as needed.

    Requirements

    Education:

    • High School Diploma / GED, preferred
    • Bachelor's degree preferred but not required. Experience may be used in place of education.

    Experience:

    • 2 years leadership experience, preferred
    • Transportation experience preferred but not required.

    Computer Skills:

    • General computer knowledge, preferred

    Additional Requirements:

    • General knowledge of freight, transportation regulations, safety standards, and proper freight handling techniques, preferred
    • Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills, required
    • Ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently, as well as strong organizational and time management skills, preferred
    • 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.
    • This position is in a dock environment with exposure to varied weather conditions and noise.

    Competencies:

    • Decision Making and Critical Thinking
    • Initiative
    • Managing Multiple Priorities
    • Process Management
    • Service Center Operation and Maintenance
    • Transportation Safety
    • Taking Ownership
    • Results Orientation

    Benefits

    • Competitive Wages
    • Excellent health, dental, and vision benefits
    • Opportunity to participate in a company sponsored 401K
    • Vacation eligibility during the first year!

    Other Details

    Work Hours:

    • Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location and may include days, nights, and/or weekends. Some locations are required to be staffed 24/7 and require schedules of 50+ hours a week. Ability to work the required hours at the location will be considered a minimum requirement.

    Travel Requirements:

    • Minimal (0-25%)

    Compensation:

    • This is a salary position paid biweekly.
    • Variable compensation is included.
    • In accordance with the Illinois Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the starting pay for this position ranges between $64,000.00 and $74,000.00 annually but will be negotiated at the time of offer DOE.

    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.

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Sick Pay

5 days per calendar year.

Medical

Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage with no out-of-pocket premium cost to employees.

401(k)

Employees are given the opportunity to contribute to the Teamsters National 401(k) plan. Right now we have a company sponsored plan.

Vacation

Up to 6 weeks' vacation for 30 years of service.

Life Insurance

Provided through multi-employer sponsored health and welfare fund.

Retirement

Provided through multi-employer pension fund.

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