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ABF Freight to Host South Chicago-Area Hiring Event

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ArcBest (Nasdaq: ARCB) announced a hiring event for its ABF Freight division, scheduled for March 9-10, 2022, in Sauk Village, Illinois. The company is looking to fill positions for full-time road drivers, city drivers, forklift operators, clerks, shop technicians, and operations supervisors, offering signing bonuses up to $15,000 for drivers. The event will run from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and no appointments are necessary. Interested candidates can expect job application assistance, interviews, and potential same-day job offers.

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FORT SMITH, Ark., March 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB), a leader in supply chain logistics, announced today that its less-than-truckload carrier, ABF Freight®, will host a two-day hiring event in Sauk Village, Illinois on March 9-10, seeking full-time road drivers, full-time city drivers, full- and part-time forklift operators, full-time clerks, shop technicians and operations supervisors. The company is offering signing bonuses of up to $15,000 for full-time road drivers, $10,000 for full-time city drivers, $1,000 for full- and part-time forklift operators, $5,000 for shop technicians and $5,000 for operation supervisors, available on the first day of employment.

"There's never been a better time to join the ABF team," said Seth Runser, ABF Freight president. "Our people are at the heart of our success, and our values-driven culture has created an environment where people can grow and thrive — it's more than just a job, it's a career. If you live in the South Chicago area and you're looking to join a company with excellent benefits, frequent home time and ongoing training opportunities, we hope to see you at the event."

On March 9 and March 10, ABF will host interested candidates from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at its service center, located at 1900 Lincoln Highway, Sauk Village, IL. No appointment is necessary. Driver candidates should be at least 21 years old.

At the event, candidates can expect:

  • Assistance with job applications
  • Interviews with ABF recruiters
  • Potential job offers made that day

ABF Freight is one of the nation's largest and most trusted less-than-truckload carriers, operating in both short- and long-haul markets across North America. ABF employs more than 10,000 people across over 240 locations, and over 53 percent of ABF drivers have been employed with the company for more than 10 years.

Full-time ABF drivers and dock workers receive Teamster Union Scale wages, 100 percent company-paid health insurance for employees and their families, personal days, sick leave and paid holidays, and they are covered by a pension plan at no expense to the employee.

For additional information about this hiring event, visit https://joinabf.com/hiring-event, or to view current job openings across the country visit jobs.abf.com.

ABOUT ARCBEST
ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB) is a multibillion-dollar integrated logistics company that helps keep the global supply chain moving. Founded in 1923 and now with over 14,000 employees across more than 250 campuses and service centers, the company is a logistics powerhouse, fueled by the simple notion of finding a way to get the job done. Through innovative thinking, agility and trust, ArcBest leverages its full suite of shipping and logistics solutions to meet customers' critical needs, each and every day. For more information, visit arcb.com.

Media Contact: Autumnn Mahar                                                                                                 
Email: amahar@arcb.com   
Phone: 479-494-8221

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FAQ

When is the ArcBest hiring event in Sauk Village, Illinois?

The hiring event hosted by ArcBest's ABF Freight division will take place on March 9-10, 2022.

What positions is ArcBest hiring for at the event?

ArcBest is hiring for full-time road drivers, city drivers, forklift operators, clerks, shop technicians, and operations supervisors.

What signing bonuses are offered by ArcBest for drivers?

Signing bonuses up to $15,000 are available for full-time road drivers and $10,000 for full-time city drivers.

What are the hours of the ArcBest hiring event?

The hiring event will run from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on both March 9 and March 10, 2022.

Where is the ArcBest hiring event located?

The hiring event will be held at 1900 Lincoln Highway, Sauk Village, IL.

Do candidates need an appointment to attend the ArcBest hiring event?

No, candidates do not need an appointment to attend the ArcBest hiring event.

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