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.