Job Description 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. Responsibilities * Operate mobile technology. * Operate forklift, pallet jack or other material handling equipment. * Load and unload trailers. * Other duties and projects, as assigned. * Complete all required paperwork. Requirements * High School Diploma / GED, required. * Candidates must have at least one year of LTL forklift experience to be considered for the full-time position. If you do not possess one year of LTL forklift experience, please apply for the part-time posting. * Full-time hires will start as a casual dock employee for the duration of their training until successfully passing a yard skills test (approximately 3 weeks after hire.) * Be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and meet medical requirements. * Shift days and hours required for this position may include days, nights, and/or weekends since this facility is a 24/7 operation. Being able to work the required hours at this location will be considered a minimum requirement. Benefits & Compensation * 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. Other Details Work Hours: * Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location. This location is a 24/7 operation. Compensation: * This is a hourly position paid weekly. In accordance with the Illinois Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the pay during training will be $17.75 per hour. After training, the range of pay for this position is a three year progression from $21.72-$31.03 per hour. 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