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Road Driver Jobs in Jackson, Tennessee, USA at ABF Freight
Position: Road Driver, Full-time
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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 check-in, tractor/trailer inspection, tractor setup, and cargo pickup and delivery.
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).
Ability 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. Ability to work the required hours is a minimum requirement.
Benefits
Road tractors are less than 18 months old on average.
Fully air-conditioned equipment with power steering.
Preventive Maintenance Program for all equipment.
Wages based on Teamster Union Scale with over-the-road mileage rate.
Retirement through multi-employer pension fund.
Excellent pension and health benefits for retirees.
Life Insurance through multi-employer health and welfare fund.
Sick Pay: 7 days per year.
Vacation:
Up to 6 weeks for 30 years of service.
401K:
Company-sponsored program.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with no out-of-pocket premium cost.
Other Details Work Hours
Schedule varies by Service Center location.
Compensation
Paid weekly.
About Us
ABF Freight, an Arc Best company, is one of the nation’s largest less-than-truckload carriers with over a century of experience, 240 service centers across North America, and a commitment to quality, safety, and customer service.
Additional Information
Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:
Full-time
Job function:
Management and Manufacturing
Industries:
Truck Transportation
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Title: Road Driver
Company: ABF Freight
Location: Jackson, Tennessee, USA
Category: Transportation (Transportation Logistics, Truck Driver)
