Clerk, Part-Time

ABF Freight; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Job summary

ABF Freight, an ArcBest company, is seeking a Part-Time Clerk to assist the service center with clerical tasks in a fast-paced environment. The role focuses on data entry, invoice processing, mail handling, and customer interactions while supporting a team-driven atmosphere.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, experience with billing and data entry, and proficient use of Microsoft Office. Work hours are typically 8:00 am–5:00 pm with variability based on workload.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED required.
• Experience in billing, collections, tracing, OS&D and the transportation industry.
• Experience in data entry and other clerical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and send receipts, invoices, statements, and checks.
• Enter information into computer systems and post data.
• Answer phones, convey messages, and run errands.
• Maintain organized records and file documents.
• Count, weigh, classify materials.
• Work in a team to meet department goals.

Skills

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

The Clerk, Part-Time assists the Service Center and performs any combination of clerical duties.

Responsibilities

• Type or enter information into computer to prepare correspondences.
• Prepare, issue and send out receipts, bills, policies, invoices, statements and checks.
• Issues licenses, permits, certificates, writs or other legal documents and/or titles.
• Receive money from customers, deposit money in bank and handle petty cash, as needed.
• Open and route incoming mail, answer correspondences and prepare outgoing mail.
• Answer telephone calls, convey messages and run errands.
• Stamp or number forms by hand or machine and photocopy documents.
• Proofread records or forms, sort and file records and index records and information.
• Tabulate and post data in record books.
• Transfer information from reports, code numerically and post to prepared code sheet, ledger or journal.
• Compute wages, taxes, premiums, commissions and payments.
• Count, weigh, check, analyze, measure and/or classify materials.
• Conduct limited research as requested.
• Maintain a highly positive attitude in a highly intense environment.
• Work in a team setting to accomplish department goals.
• Other duties and projects, as assigned.

Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma / GED

Experience:

• Prior experience in billing, collections, tracing, OS&D and the transportation industry
• Prior experience in data entry and other clerical skills

Computer Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, required

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to operate various office equipment, required

Other Details

Work Hours:

• This is a part time position that will average fewer than 30 hours per week. Work hours generally fall between 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with occasional irregular hours depending on workload.

Travel Requirements:

• Minimal (0%-25%)

Compensation:

• This is a hourly position paid weekly.
• Variable compensation is included.

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, 220 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