CDL-A Linehaul Truck Driver, Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

A Legacy of Stability and Trust

The ABF legacy dates back more than 100 years and represents stability few can match. With our commitment to providing the same excellence for our workforce that we reserve for our customers, we're confident in the security of your career's long-term success.

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

• 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.

• High School Diploma / GED, required

• 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.

• 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.

• Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location.

• Frequent (75% or more)

• Wages - Teamster Union Scale with over-the-road mileage rate.
• In accordance with the Illinois Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the starting pay for this position is $0.72 a mile.

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.