CDL-A Intermodal Local Truck Driver
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job description:
Location: Chicago IL 60608 (Within 25-mile radius)
Shift: Night Shift
Home Time: Daily
Average Earnings: $1200/week
Position Overview
We are seeking experienced CDL-A truck drivers for intermodal operations serving the Midwest region. This is a home-daily position offering consistent night routes with competitive pay and excellent work-life balance.
Schedule
Night Shift:
- Monday - Friday: 7:00 PM - 4:00 AM
- Weekend: Saturday 12:01 AM - Monday 4:00 AM
Routes & Territory
Regional lanes covering:
- Chicago Illinois
- Wisconsin
- Michigan
- Iowa
- Indiana
Compensation & Benefits
- Average Weekly Earnings: $1200
- Night Differential: $0.06 per mile
- Weekend Differential: Available
- Stop Pay/Spiff Pay: Paid when loads are routed 3 loaded miles
- Home daily - excellent work-life balance
Job Responsibilities
- Operate tractor-trailer safely and efficiently on assigned intermodal routes
- Drop and hook operations at designated terminals and facilities
- Transport heavy no-touch freight
- Maintain accurate logs and documentation
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
- Comply with all DOT regulations and company safety policies
- Communicate effectively with dispatch and terminal operations
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- Valid Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL-A)
- Minimum 6 months of verifiable CDL-A driving experience
- Clean driving record (MVR)
- Ability to pass DOT physical and drug screening
- Must be able to work night shifts and weekends
Preferred Qualifications:
- Intermodal or drop-and-hook experience
- Knowledge of Midwest routes
- Strong safety record
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Capable of entering/exiting cab multiple times per shift
- Able to perform vehicle inspections and hook/unhook trailers
- Must be able to work in various weather conditions
Why Join Our Team
- Home Daily: Be home every day with your family
- No Touch Freight: Drop and hook operations only
- Consistent Schedule: Know your schedule in advance
- Regional Routes: No long-haul stay in the Midwest
- Competitive Pay: Earn while maintaining work-life balance
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply with current CDL driving record and employment history.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability or protected veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Key Skills
- Inventory Control
- Basic Math
- Paratransit
- Tanker Experience
- Van Driver
- Box Truck Experience
- Commercial Driving
- Commercial Vehicle Experience
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Manual Transmission Experience
- Driving
- Heavy Lifting
