Dockworker​/Forklift Operator

Overview

Dock Workers are responsible for loading and unloading trailers for the purpose of transporting a wide variety of cargo, moving cargo, driving a forklift, or using a pallet jack or other freight for transit. Effectively and efficiently operating mobile technology and completing all required paperwork. Actual duties and schedule may vary depending on terminal location.

• Complete all required paperwork.
• Other duties and projects, as assigned.
• Load and unload trailers.
• Operate forklift, pallet jack or other material handling equipment.
• Operate mobile technology.

Education:

High School Diploma / GED, required

• Be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and meet 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.

• 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.
• ABF Union employees participate in a profit sharing program.

• Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location.

• Minimal (0-25%)

• This is a hourly position paid weekly.

In accordance with the Illinois Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the pay during training will be $18.00 per hour. After training, the range of pay for this position is a three year progression from $22.39 to $31.78 per hour.

ABF Freight®, an Arc Best® 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.