CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Chicago Heights, IL

A CDL (Commercial Driver's License) Truck Driver plays a critical role in the transportation industry by ensuring the safe and timely delivery of goods. Their tasks include planning routes, inspecting vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, and complying with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking, and break periods). It is their responsibility to manage loads, keep logs of their activities, report any incidents or issues encountered, and maintain a professional and customer-focused attitude. CDL Truck Drivers are key links in the supply chain, as they facilitate the movement of goods from manufacturers to consumers, impacting sectors such as retail, food services, and manufacturing.

Prior to becoming a CDL Truck Driver, an individual might have held roles such as a delivery driver, warehouse worker, or freight handler. These positions provide the necessary experience in handling goods, understanding delivery protocols, and operating within the logistics sector. In addition to prior experience, a CDL Truck Driver must possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and often undergo further specialized training depending on the type of materials they transport. Essential skills for this role include a solid understanding of road safety, excellent time management to ensure timely deliveries, mechanical knowledge to perform basic vehicle maintenance, and physical stamina to manage long hours on the road.

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Truck Driver - CDL Class A

  • East Chicago, IN (12 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • East Chicago, IN (12 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Local Class A CDL Truck Drivers Average $80,000 annually AM start time Home daily Driver referral bonus program up to $5000 per referral You will drive: Late model...

CDL Class A Driver-9 Car Hauler

  • Merrillville, IN (14 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Merrillville, IN (14 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

About Us: Cars Transport Logistics is in the business of long-haul automotive transportation. Based in Merrillville, Indiana, we service the entire continental United States. We own and operate a...

Entry Level Truck Driver - Home Weekends - Earn Up to $100,000/Year

  • Chicago Heights, IL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Chicago Heights, IL
  • 15 hours ago

TMC is Hiring Student Drivers in Your Area! No CDL? No Problem! Why Choose TMC? New drivers are earning $100,000+ annually! Drivers average $1,350 - $1,600 weekly Home Weekends - Our flatbed...

Dry Van & Reefer Owner Operators -Weekly Gross $7,500-$11,000

  • Crestwood, IL (11 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Crestwood, IL (11 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

We are Freight Way Logistics LLC, a trucking company based out of Crestwood, IL( MC#959071 DOT#2861789). With expertise spanning over 15 years in the industry, we specialize in handling dry van,...

Class A CDL Driver

  • Dolton, IL (7 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Dolton, IL (7 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

Clean Harbors in Dolton, IL is seeking a Class A CDL Driver to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; some of the vehicles operated include vacuum...

Vacuum Truck Driver

  • Mokena, IL (15 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Mokena, IL (15 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

What's required: Valid Commercial Driver's License and 1+ years of industrial vacuum truck/ tanker experience....

Class A CDL Driver Dump Work

  • Hobart, IN (18 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Hobart, IN (18 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

Looking for a Class A CDL Driver Prefer a driver with dump experience Pay is 25-35 per hour Year around work! Located in Hobart IN

Class A CDL Driver/Equipment Operator (ICSS)

  • Whiting, IN (12 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Whiting, IN (12 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

Clean Harbors in Dolton, IL is seeking a Class A CDL Driver/Equipment Operator (ICSS) to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; some of the vehicles...

Class A Cdl Company Driver// Owner Opertator (Chicago Area)

  • Bridgeview, IL (18 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bridgeview, IL (18 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

We are EXTREMELY BUSY -Work available 5-6 days out of the week Job Requirements & details -1099 -need at least 2 year of experience -NO DUI -NO SAP drivers -All Company drivers must have...

Vacuum Truck Driver - R24134-4599

  • Frankfort, IL (12 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Frankfort, IL (12 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: Join our team as a**Vacuum Truck Driver** at GFL Environmental in **Frankfort, IL!****Why Join GFL?**GFL Environmental is the only major...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Company Drivers and Independent Contractors

  • Tinley Park, IL (12 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (12 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Dart is Now Hiring CDL-A Drivers! Company Drivers - Start at 55-60 CPM* Independent Contractors - Sign & Drive w/No Money Down Solo Company Driver Benefits: 55 to 60 CPM average starting pay -...

Dedicated Regional CDL-A Driver - Earn Up to $75k+/Year + Benefits

  • Chicago Heights, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago Heights, IL
  • 1 day ago

Werner is now hiring Dedicated Regional CDL-A Drivers! CDL-A Drivers Average $69,000 per Year No-Touch Freight - Dedicated Account - Pella Windows Position Details: Average $69,000 per year Top...

Class A CDL LOCAL Position

  • Blue Island, IL (10 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Blue Island, IL (10 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Local Hourly Driver - Blue Island IL We are hiring a local hourly driver in the Chicago area! Job Details: Start Time: 7 AM (rough start) Hours: Roughly 10 to 12 hours per day Truck Type: Volvo...

Local Cdl Class A Drivers! Dry Van/Intermodal

  • La Grange, IL (22 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • La Grange, IL (22 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

TRANSPORTATION COMPANY IS LOOKING FOR LOCAL CLASS A DRIVERS TO JOIN OUR TEAM!!! INTERMODAL EXPERIENCE A MUST WE OFFER: -MANUAL AND AUTOMATIC VOLVO TRUCKS -DRY VAN ONLY - DIRECT DEPOSIT...

CDL-A Drivers For OTR NEEDED

  • Lansing, IL (4 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lansing, IL (4 miles from Chicago Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

"If you are tired of getting scammed by the companies out there and driving for free, please give me a call. I do not look for drivers all the time, I just purchased 3 units so I'm looking for 3...

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Chicago Heights, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTransportation research efforts.
Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CDL Truck Driver positions.

Highest Education Level

CDL Truck Drivers in Chicago Heights, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Master's Degree
4.3%
Some College
3.7%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CDL Truck Drivers in Chicago Heights, IL
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%

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