CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Chicago, 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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Hudson Logistics LLC

Truck Driver - Owner 26ft

Drive with Hudson Logistics: A Career that Empowers You Are you a seasoned Owner-Operator with a 26ft Box Truck seeking a change? Look no further than Hudson Logistics, where we are continuously...

CDL-A Truck Driver

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 hours ago

Driver's License (CDL), no restrictions with HazMat & Tanker 3 years of commercial driving experience, compliant with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and DOT regulations from the past 3 years...

Class C Truck driver - TEC North Aurora

  • Melrose Park, IL (10 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (10 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Class C - Truck Driver - North Aurora, IL. CXI Trucking Melrose Park, Il. 60160 USA CXI Trucking heaquarters in Melrose, Park, IL. is looking for a full Time Class Class C Driver for a dedicated...

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

  • Crestwood, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Crestwood, IL (18 miles from Chicago, 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 (19 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Dolton, IL (19 miles from Chicago, 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...

Hiring CDL A Drivers,Rent,O/O no dispatch fee,1st week, accept SAP

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

Are you a CDL A Owner Operator or a CDL A driver looking for Owner Operator opportunity? Then you are at the right place, we provide steady work year around, excellent pay package, and freedom of...

CDL Truck Driver Wanted.

  • Melrose Park, IL (10 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (10 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

White Fox Logistics Inc. A leader in the trucking industry is looking for CDL Drivers. We currently have dry van's available. Mainly running to the south. Our equipment is well maintained and...

Class A CDL Driver/Equipment Operator (ICSS)

  • Whiting, IN (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Whiting, IN (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 17 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...

Hiring Local Cdl-A Drivers

  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 hours ago

: safety bonus for a clean DOT inspection : , : Mon-Fri - hours a day, up to hours a week Truck with a sleeper on manual transmission Dry van no-touch loads Driving up to miles from our terminal...

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

  • Bridgeview, IL (13 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Bridgeview, IL (13 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 17 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...

Cdl Class A Driver

  • Oak Brook, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

Now Hiring Over-the-Road CDL Class A Drivers! Atomic Logistics is looking for experienced and reliable CDL Class A drivers to join our team! If you have at least 4 years of CDL driving experience,...

Class A driver .65 CPM

  • Bensenville, IL (14 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Bensenville, IL (14 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

Over the road trucking company is looking for Class A over the road truck driver We pay.65 cpm empty and loaded 2020-2023 units available, reefer and dry van Over the road experience. Weekly pay...

CDL-A Refrigerated Truck Driver

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

NOW HIRING CDL A DRIVERS! Earn up to 30% of Gross Avg. $2,500$4,000 Weekly! Equipment: 20182023 Freightliner Cascadia & Volvo VNL Nationwide Loads: Run all 48 states Fully Loaded Trucks: Equipped...

Class A Drivers needed asap - Home daily

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

un Class A Drivers needed asap - Home daily compensation: 1375 employment type: job title: Class A driver This is a home daily position. This is 2nd shift going from Toledo to Woodridge Il and...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Company Drivers and Independent Contractors

  • Tinley Park, IL (24 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (24 miles from Chicago, 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 -...

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Chicago, 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, 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, IL
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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