CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

ABF Freight®, an ArcBest® company, is one of the nation’s largest and most trusted less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers in North America. With over 100 years of experience in the freight transportation industry, ABF Freight has established a solid reputation for reliability, safety, and superior customer service. Operating out of 240 service centers across the continent, ABF Freight serves a variety of industries with flexible, efficient, and cost-effective LTL shipping solutions. They prioritize innovation and excellence, continuously improving their logistics and distribution capabilities to meet the evolving needs of their diverse clientele. As part of the ArcBest family, they emphasize collaboration, strong values, community involvement, and employee development.

The role offered is a truck driver position focused on the pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations within proximity to the company’s consolidation and distribution centers. This is an essential role requiring the safe, efficient, and effective loading and unloading of trailers using techniques, technology, and procedures similar to those employed by dock workers. Candidates will perform duties that include handling cargo, operating forklifts, managing tractor and trailer inspections, and ensuring all documentation is accurate and compliant. This is a physically demanding role that demands attention to safety regulations and efficient utilization of resources.','duties':'Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations; load and unload cargo; operate a forklift as needed; perform tractor/trailer check-in and inspection; complete routine paperwork and loading sheets; exercise independent judgment in building and tearing down trailers; comply with weight distribution laws','qualifications':'High school diploma or GED; verifiable tractor/trailer experience preferred; ability to operate forklifts; good communication skills; ability to complete routine paperwork; knowledge of safety regulations; valid Class-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker, and hazardous materials endorsements; clean driving record','requirements':'Minimum 21 years of age; high school diploma or GED; 1 year of verifiable tractor/trailer experience or eligibility for training; valid Class-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker and hazardous materials endorsements and no automatic restriction; good stable work record; safe driving record; ability to pass DOT pre-employment drug screen and meet DOT medical requirements; ability to work required shifts including days, nights, or weekends; ability to perform physical tasks related to loading and unloading; flexible schedule based on terminal location','benefits':['union scale wages','overtime pay','health and welfare benefits','sick leave','life insurance','401k plan','pension plan','profit sharing']}Assistant has generated the job description. Here is the result formatted as requested: 1. **About:** ABF Freight®, an ArcBest® company, is one of the nation’s largest and most trusted less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers in North America. With over 100 years of experience in the freight transportation industry, ABF Freight has established a solid reputation for reliability, safety, and superior customer service. Operating out of 240 service centers across the continent, ABF Freight serves a variety of industries with flexible, efficient, and cost-effective LTL shipping solutions. They prioritize innovation and excellence, continuously improving their logistics and distribution capabilities to meet the evolving needs of their diverse clientele. As part of the ArcBest family, they emphasize collaboration, strong values, community involvement, and employee development. The role offered is a truck driver position focused on the pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations within proximity to the company’s consolidation and distribution centers. This is an essential role requiring the safe, efficient, and effective loading and unloading of trailers using techniques, technology, and procedures similar to those employed by dock workers. Candidates will perform duties that include handling cargo, operating forklifts, managing tractor and trailer inspections, and ensuring all documentation is accurate and compliant. This is a physically demanding role that demands attention to safety regulations and efficient utilization of resources. 2. **Duties:** Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations; load and unload cargo; operate a forklift as needed; perform tractor/trailer check-in and inspection; complete routine paperwork and loading sheets; exercise independent judgment in building and tearing down trailers; comply with weight distribution laws 3. **Qualifications:** High school diploma or GED; verifiable tractor/trailer experience preferred; ability to operate forklifts; good communication skills; ability to complete routine paperwork; knowledge of safety regulations; valid Class-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker, and hazardous materials endorsements; clean driving record 4. **Requirements:** Minimum 21 years of age; high school diploma or GED; 1 year of verifiable tractor/trailer experience or eligibility for training; valid Class-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker and hazardous materials endorsements and no automatic restriction; good stable work record; safe driving record; ability to pass DOT pre-employment drug screen and meet DOT medical requirements; ability to work required shifts including days, nights, or weekends; ability to perform physical tasks related to loading and unloading; flexible schedule based on terminal location 5. **Benefits:** Union scale wages, overtime pay, health and welfare benefits, sick leave, life insurance, 401k plan, pension plan, profit sharing If you need the information in any other format, feel free to ask. 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