ABF Freight System (ArcBest)
Fort Smith, AR · Founded 1923 · 4,500+ trucks · 48 states, Canada, Puerto Rico
Company Overview
ABF Freight System is the LTL carrier subsidiary of ArcBest Corporation, operating over 240 service centers across North America. Founded in 1923, ABF is one of the oldest trucking companies in the United States with over a century of operations. Like TForce Freight, ABF is a Teamsters-unionized carrier, offering drivers union-scale pay, pension, and seniority-based career progression. The company is known for reliable service and a loyal driver workforce.
Pay & Compensation
Solo Driver Pay
$24-$33/hr (union scale)
Team Driver Pay
N/A
Owner-Operator Pay
N/A
Benefits & Perks
- Teamsters union representation
- Union-negotiated wages
- Full medical and dental (union plan)
- Pension plan
- Paid holidays and vacation
- Over 100 years of company history
Hiring Requirements
- Minimum Age
- 21 years old
- Experience Required
- 1 year
- CDL Class
- Class A
- Endorsements
- Doubles/Triples preferred
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Over 100 years of operational history
- Teamsters union protections and pension
- Stable LTL freight from long-term customer relationships
- Strong company under ArcBest corporate umbrella
Cons
- Union dues required
- Seniority-driven route selection
- Some older equipment at certain terminals
- Smaller LTL network than OD, FedEx, or XPO
Equipment & Operations
Equipment Types
LTL
Operating Region
48 states, Canada, Puerto Rico
Home Time
Daily for P&D; 1-3 nights for linehaul
Annual Revenue
$4.4 billion (ArcBest)
Best For
Drivers seeking union LTL work with a century-old stable carrier
Frequently Asked Questions About ABF Freight System (ArcBest)
ABF Freight is the LTL carrier subsidiary of ArcBest Corporation. ArcBest is the parent company that also operates asset-light logistics, truckload, and managed transportation services.
Yes. ABF Freight drivers are represented by the Teamsters union with collective bargaining agreements covering pay, benefits, pensions, and working conditions.
ABF Freight was founded in 1923 in Fort Smith, Arkansas, making it over 100 years old. It is one of the oldest continuously operating trucking companies in the United States.