Local Hauler

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.

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

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.

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.