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.
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
- 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.
- Load and unload cargo.
- Operate a forklift as needed.
- Perform various tasks ranging from check-in, tractor/trailer inspection, tractor set up, and the pickup and delivery of cargo.
- Complete routine paperwork effectively, and properly log loading sheets.
Requirements
Education:
- High School Diploma / GED
- 1 year of verifiable tractor/trailer experience (Candidates with less than 1 year experience may be eligible for training).
- Class-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker and hazardous materials endorsements
- 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.
- Frequent (75% or more)
- This is a hourly position paid weekly.
In accordance with the Illinois Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the pay for this position is $28.56 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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