Road Driver, Full-time

ArcBest Corporation; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company is hiring Road Drivers responsible for picking up and delivering cargo trailers across long distances. Candidates should have a valid Class-A CDL, high school diploma, and at least one year of experience in tractor/trailer driving. The role demands safe driving, adaptability in schedules, and fulfilling various responsibilities pertaining to cargo delivery.

Benefits

Excellent pension and health benefits for retirees

401K - Company sponsored program

Paid vacation up to 6 weeks for 30 years of service

Sick pay of 7 days per calendar year

Life Insurance provided through multi-employer fund

Medical, dental, and vision coverage with no out-of-pocket premium cost

Qualifications

• 1 year of verifiable tractor/trailer experience preferred, training available for eligible candidates.
• Class-A CDL with endorsements required.
• Minimum age 21 with a good stable work record.

Responsibilities

• Pickup and delivery of cargo trailers over long distances.
• Coupling and uncoupling trailers and performing inspections.
• Check-in and setup of tractors.

Skills

Safe driving

Tractor/trailer inspection

Cargo delivery

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Job Description
Road Drivers are responsible for the pickup and delivery of cargo trailers to and from various long-distance destinations.

Responsibilities

• Coupling and uncoupling trailers from one another and from the tractor.
• Driving for an extended period of time.
• Performing various tasks ranging from check-in, tractor/trailer inspection, tractor set up and the pickup and delivery of cargo.
• Actual duties and schedule may vary depending on terminal location.

Requirements
Education:

• High School Diploma / GED, required

Experience:

• 1 year of verifiable tractor/trailer experience (Candidates with less than 1-year experience may be eligible for training).

Certifications:

• Class-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker and hazardous materials endorsements and no automatic restriction

Additional Requirements:

• 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.

Road Tractors average less than 18 months in age.

Fully air-conditioned equipment.

Tractors equipped with power steering.

Preventive Maintenance Program for all ABF equipment.

Wages - Teamster Union Scale with over-the-road mileage rate.

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 calendar year.

Vacation - Up to 6 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.

Other Details
Work Hours:

• Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location.

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.