CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on21, Mount Hope Drive, Mount Hope, City of Albany, Albany County, New York, 12202, United States
About Us
ABF Freight, an ArcBest company, is one of the nation's largest and most trusted less-than-truckload (LTL) 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 are driven for excellence.
About the Role
This position serves as a vital link in our logistics network, responsible for the pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations, typically within proximity of our consolidation and distribution centers. The role involves loading and unloading trailers using the same techniques, technology, and procedures as a dock worker, while exercising independent judgment to utilize time, resources, and energy effectively and efficiently.\n Day-to-day duties range from check-in and tractor/trailer inspections to setting up tractors and completing routine paperwork and loading logs. Candidates must be prepared to comply with all weight distribution laws and adapt to varying schedules and terminal locations. Shifts may include days, nights, and weekends depending on the specific service center needs.
Compensation & Benefits
This is an hourly position paid weekly. In accordance with the New York State Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the pay range for this position is $28.59 to $31.77 per hour, with overtime paid after 8 hours for full-time employees. A top-scale wage rate of $31.77/hr is available for fully qualified candidates who apply before 03/31/2026.
As a Teamster Union employee, you will receive health and welfare benefits with no employee-paid premiums, along with a pension plan at no expense to the employee. Additional perks include life insurance through the multi-employer sponsored fund, the opportunity to contribute to the Teamsters National 401(k), and participation in a profit-sharing program. Employees also receive 7 days of sick leave each January 1st, and may qualify for up to 3 weeks of paid days off without using vacation time when combining personal days, sick leave, and paid holidays.
Hiring Process & Requirements
Candidates must possess a Class-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker, and hazardous materials endorsements, along with at least one year of verifiable tractor/trailer experience (candidates with less experience may be eligible for training). Applicants must be at least 21 years old with a stable work record and a safe driving history. All candidates must pass a DOT pre-employment drug screen and meet DOT medical requirements.
Interested applicants should apply directly to be considered for this opportunity. Please note that specific shift hours and travel requirements (minimal, 0%-25%) vary by location.
Work location
Work model: On-site
21, Mount Hope Drive, Mount Hope, City of Albany, Albany County, New York, 12202, United States
City of Albany, New York
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePick up and deliver cargo to and from various destinations
- check_circleLoad and unload trailers using dock worker techniques and procedures
- check_circleExercise independent judgment to build and tear down trailers efficiently
- check_circleComplete routine paperwork and log loading sheets accurately
- check_circleOperate a forklift as needed for cargo handling
- check_circlePerform tractor/trailer inspections and set up equipment
Requirements
- verifiedHigh School Diploma / GED
- verified1 year of verifiable tractor/trailer experience
- verifiedClass-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker and hazardous materials endorsements
- verifiedMinimum 21 years of age
- verifiedPass DOT pre-employment drug screen
- verifiedMeet DOT medical requirements
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHealth and welfare benefits with no employee paid premiumscheck_circle7 days of sick leave each January 1st plus personal days and paid holidayscheck_circleLife insurance provided through the multi-employer sponsored health and welfare fundcheck_circleOpportunity to contribute to the Teamsters National 401(k)check_circlePension plan covered at no expense to the employeecheck_circleProfit sharing program for ABF Union employees
