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

ABF Freight; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

ABF Freight, a leading less-than-truckload carrier, is hiring for a driver role in Allentown. You will perform pickup/delivery within proximity of the distribution center and handle dock-level loading/unloading using standard techniques and procedures.

Schedules vary by terminal location and may include days, nights, or weekends. Applicants must have at least 1 year of verified tractor/trailer experience, a Class-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker and hazmat endorsements, and meet DOT medical

Qualifications

• 1 year of verifiable tractor/trailer experience (training may be available)
• Class-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker and hazardous materials endorsements and no automatic restriction
• Minimum 21 years of age
• Good stable work record
• Safe driving record (MVR and previous employment)
• Be able to pass DOT pre-employment drug screen and meet DOT medical requirements
• Shift days and hours vary by location and may include days, nights, and/or weekends

Responsibilities

• Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center.
• Loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same techniques, technology and procedures as a dock worker.
• Actual duties and schedule may vary depending on terminal location.

Skills

Tractor/Trailer experience

Tools

Class-A CDL

Doubles/Triples endorsements

Tanker endorsement

Hazmat endorsement

Job description

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. Actual duties and schedule may vary depending on terminal location.

Responsibilities

• Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center.
• Loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same techniques, technology and procedures as a dock worker.
• Actual duties and schedule may vary depending on terminal location.

Requirements

• 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 and no automatic restriction
• 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.

Other Details

• Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location.
• Minimal
• 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.

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Vet/Disability