- USDOT
- 70719
- Carrier Type
- Ltl
- Fleet Size (Power Units)
- 3,500
- Drivers
- 5,500
- Operation Type
- Interstate
- Headquarters
- 8401 McClure Dr, Fort Smith, AR 72916
Source: FMCSA SAFER snapshot (verified 2026-04-22T03:37:25.684756+00:00)
ArcBest (ABF Freight) Truck Driver Jobs: Pay, Requirements & Application Guide (2026)
3,500
Power units
5,500
Drivers
70719
USDOT
Complete guide to driving for ArcBest (ABF Freight): pay structure, hiring areas, driver requirements, benefits, and application process. Sourced from FMCSA SAFER, carrier filings, and verified 2026-04-22 03:37:26.042495+00:00.
Carrier identity (FMCSA SAFER)
Driver types and requirements
| Track | CDL Class | Min Experience | Min Age | MVR / DAC policy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTL Line-Haul Driver (Teamsters) | A | 12 mo | 21 (interstate) | ≤ 2 moving violations / 36 months / case-by-case |
| LTL City P&D Driver (Teamsters) | A | 6 mo | 21 | ≤ 2 moving violations / 36 months / case-by-case |
LTL Line-Haul Driver (Teamsters) — required endorsements: T. Preferred: H.
Where ArcBest (ABF Freight) hires
48 states: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
Priority metros: Fort Smith, AR, Dallas, TX, Chicago, IL
Source: ABF Freight careers page (verified 2026-04-20)
ArcBest (ABF Freight) pay structure (2026)
Company driver
- Solo CPM: $0.7–$0.88 per mile
- Detention: Teamsters contract detention + waiting-time pay
- Layover: Layover rare for LTL
Bonuses: safety: True, referral: True, longevity: True
Source: ArcBest (ABF Freight) recruiting page
Model your expected earnings with the CPM → Annual Salary calculator.
How to apply to ArcBest (ABF Freight)
- Start application: ArcBest (ABF Freight) driver application portal
- Phone screen: expect questions like:
- CDL-A tenure?
- Doubles experience?
- Line-haul or P&D preference?
- Union (Teamsters) familiarity?
- MVR / DAC?
- Road test: conducted in a automatic tractor with double trailers truck.
- Pre-employment drug test: urinalysis
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FMCSA safety record
Review ArcBest (ABF Freight)'s CSA Safety Measurement System data directly at the FMCSA: ArcBest (ABF Freight) on FMCSA SMS. URL verified 2026-04-22T03:37:26.042485+00:00.
Frequently asked questions
- What does ArcBest (ABF Freight) pay CDL drivers?
- ArcBest (ABF Freight) advertises company-driver pay of $0.70–$0.88 per mile. These figures come from carrier filings and were verified 2026-04-22 03:37:26.042495+00:00; confirm current rates with a recruiter before you apply.
- What do you need to drive for ArcBest (ABF Freight)?
- For the LTL Line-Haul Driver (Teamsters) track, ArcBest (ABF Freight) lists CDL Class A; 12 months experience; minimum age 21; endorsements T. Requirements were verified 2026-04-22 03:37:26.042495+00:00 and can vary by location and division.
- Where does ArcBest (ABF Freight) hire CDL drivers?
- ArcBest (ABF Freight) lists active hiring in AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL…. Hiring areas were verified 2026-04-22 03:37:26.042495+00:00.
- How do I apply to drive for ArcBest (ABF Freight)?
- Apply through ArcBest (ABF Freight)'s official driver portal at https://www.arcb.com/careers/abf/apply. Application details were verified 2026-04-22 03:37:26.042495+00:00.
- What is ArcBest (ABF Freight)'s FMCSA safety record?
- Per the FMCSA SAFER snapshot, ArcBest (ABF Freight) operates 3,500 power units and 5,500 drivers. Review the full CSA Safety Measurement System record on the FMCSA SMS site; snapshot verified 2026-04-22 03:37:26.042495+00:00.
