Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Road Drivers are responsible for the pickup and delivery of cargo trailers to and from various long-distance destinations.

Responsibilities

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

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.

Travel Requirements:

• Frequent (75% or more)

Compensation:

• This is a mileage / 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 California Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the starting pay for this position is $28.51 to $31.68 per hour and the mileage starting rate is .71 cents per mile and after one year to .79 cents per mile. Company-funded benefits are offered to full-time employees after a waiting period determined by local union standards.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Full time, Long distance, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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