Mechanic, Full-time

ABF Freight; Port Reading (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teamster or Machinist Union Scale

Pension and health benefits

Life insurance via multi-employer fund

Sick pay - 7 days per contract year

Holiday pay - 8 to 14 days per year

Up to 5 weeks vacation after 30 years

401K

Excellent medical/dental/vision

ABF Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

ABF Freight is seeking qualified applicants for an equipment maintenance role at our New Jersey locations. The technician will perform preventative maintenance and repairs on ABF equipment and may carry out other duties as assigned at the terminal site.

Candidates should have 2 years of verifiable Tractor/Trailer maintenance experience, a good attendance record, and the ability to work any shift. Drug screening and post-offer physical are required, and shift hours vary by location.

Qualifications

• 2 years of verifiable Tractor/Trailer maintenance experience; vocational training considered.
• Good previous work and work attendance record.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical.
• Be available to work ANY SHIFT ANY DAY.
• Shift days and hours vary by location; may include days, nights, weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on ABF equipment.
• Other duties as assigned by terminal location.

Skills

Tractor/Trailer maintenance experience

Job description

Job Description

Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on ABF equipment as well as other assigned duties. Actual duties and schedule may vary depending on terminal location.

Requirements

Experience:

• 2 years of verifiable Tractor/Trailer maintenance experience. (Other applicants with the proper vocational training will be considered.)

Additional Requirements

• Good previous work and work attendance record.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer company physical.
• Be available to work ANY SHIFT ANY DAY.
• 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

• Wages - Teamster or Machinist Union Scale.
• Retirement - provided through multi-employer pension fund. Excellent pension and health benefits for retirees.
• Life Insurance - provided through multi - employer sponsored health and welfare fund.
• Sick Pay - 7 days per contract year.
• Holiday Pay - 8 to 14 days varying by contract.
• Vacation - Up to 5 weeks vacation for 30 years of service.
• 401K - Company sponsored program.
• Medical - Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage with no out-of - pocket premium cost to employees.
• ABF Stock Purchase Plan.

Other Details

Work Hours:

• Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location.

Travel Requirements:

• Minimal (0%-25%)

Compensation:

• This is a hourly position paid weekly.

  In accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act, the pay range for this position is $ to $ per hour with overtime paid after 8 hours for full-time employees. Company-funded benefits are offered to full-time employees after a waiting period determined by local union.

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