ABF Driver Development Program - City

ArcBest; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 14,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union health benefits

Overtime pay

Pension plan

Job summary

ABF Freight, an ArcBest company, offers a driver training program in Grand Rapids, MI, leading to a checker/driver combined dock/P&D role. Trainees will prepare for duties across the dock and route operations.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a CDL-A permit, with the ability to obtain necessary endorsements. Be at least 21, eligible for DOT medical, and prepared for variable shift schedules.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CDL-A permit required.
• Willingness to obtain CDL-A with doubles/triples, tanker and hazmat endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Attend ABF Freight-approved driver training school.
• Perform duties of a checker/driver combined dock/P&D employee.
• Shift days/hours vary by location; may include days, nights, weekends.

Skills

DOT compliance

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Flexible scheduling

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

CDL-A permit

Job description

Job Description

This position involves attending an ABF Freight-approved driver training school. Program graduates will perform the duties of a checker/driver combined dock/P&D employee.

Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma / GED

Certifications:

• CDL-A permit

Additional Requirements:

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Ability to obtain CDL-A with doubles/triples, tanker and hazardous materials endorsement.
• 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.

Other Details

Work Hours:

• Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location.

Travel Requirements:

• Frequent (75% or more)

Compensation:

• This is a 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.