FORT SMITH, Ark., July 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ArcBest®
(Nasdaq: ARCB), a leader in supply chain logistics, is pleased to
announce that its less-than-truckload carrier, ABF Freight®, will
host a two-day hiring event July
12-13 in Portland,
Oregon.
ABF Freight is seeking candidates for road drivers, city drivers
and dock workers/forklift operators.
"We are looking to add to our team in Portland," said Seth
Runser, ABF Freight president. "We know bringing on top
talent is one of the most important things we can do to continue
serving our customers with excellence."
ABF is offering signing bonuses of up to $10,000 for new drivers and dock workers/forklift
operators, available on the first day of employment. Driver
candidates should be at least 21 years old, and dock worker
candidates should be at least 18 years old.
On July 12 and July 13, ABF will host interested candidates from
7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at its Portland service center, 3333 NW
35th Avenue, Portland,
Oregon. No appointment is necessary.
At the event, candidates can expect:
- Assistance with job applications
- Interviews with ABF recruiters
- Potential job offers made that day
ABF drivers and dock workers receive excellent benefits,
including medical, dental and vision coverage with no employee-paid
premiums, and are covered by a pension plan at no expense to the
employee.
ABF Freight, an ArcBest company, has been in business since 1923
and employs over 10,000 people across the
United States. ABF operates a less-than-truckload network
across North America to provide
seamless transportation services in short- and long-haul
markets.
"We have a really strong, values-driven culture that's rooted in
almost a century of providing a great experience to our customers,"
Runser said. "The cornerstone of our company is our people. We're
excited to continue strengthening our workforce as we head into our
next 100 years."
ABF has positions available nationwide. For additional
information on current ABF job openings or to apply for a job,
please visit jobs.abf.com.
ABOUT ARCBEST
ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB) is a leading
logistics company with creative problem solvers who deliver
innovative solutions for our customers' supply chain needs. We'll
find a way to deliver knowledge, expertise and a can-do attitude
with every shipment and supply chain solution, household move or
vehicle repair. At ArcBest, we're More Than Logistics®. For more
information, visit arcb.com.
Media Contact: Autumnn
Mahar
Email: amahar@arcb.com
Phone: 479-494-8221
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