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CDL-A Local Truck Driver – Home Daily | Chicago,IL | $30/Hour

ThedrivingdeskChicago, Illinois

$30+ / hour

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Overview

Schedule
Alternate-schedule
Career level
Entry-level
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$30+/hour

Job Description

We're hiring experienced Class A CDL Drivers for a local dry van position serving the Chicagoland area. This opportunity offers home daily, competitive hourly pay, steady miles, and newer automatic equipment.

If you're looking for consistent local work with excellent weekly earning potential, this is a great opportunity.

Pay & Compensation

  • $30.00 per hour
  • Average Weekly Earnings: Approximately $1,900
  • Paid every Friday via direct deposit
  • 1099 Position

Home Time & Schedule

  • Home Daily
  • Monday–Saturday schedule
  • Approximately 200–400 miles per day
  • Dry van freight throughout the Chicagoland area

Job Responsibilities

  • Safely operate a Class A CDL tractor-trailer
  • Haul local dry van freight
  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
  • Maintain DOT compliance and electronic logs
  • Deliver freight safely and on schedule

Equipment

  • Late-model 2024–2027 Volvo and Freightliner tractors
  • Automatic transmissions
  • APUs
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Inverter
  • Tablet
  • Trucks governed at 72 MPH

Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Minimum 1 year of Class A driving experience (local experience preferred)
  • Must be at least 23 years old
  • Valid DOT Medical Card
  • No reckless driving or major moving violations
  • No DUI/DWI
  • No SAP participation
  • Must meet DOT and company hiring standards

Important Information

  • Drivers are home every day
  • Trucks must remain at the terminal after each shift
  • Drivers are responsible for commuting to and from the terminal
  • Dry van freight only
  • Consistent local routes

Benefits & Perks

  • Home daily
  • Competitive hourly pay
  • Consistent year-round freight
  • Late-model automatic equipment
  • Weekly direct deposit
  • Stable local routes
  • Supportive dispatch team

Why Drivers Apply

  • Earn approximately $1,900 per week
  • $30 per hour
  • Home every day
  • Local Chicagoland routes
  • Modern equipment
  • Consistent work schedule
  • Dry van freight
  • No over-the-road travel

Apply Today!

If you're an experienced Class A CDL Driver looking for a high-paying local driving position with daily home time and consistent work in the Elk Grove Village/Elgin, IL area, apply today to learn more.

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FAQs About CDL-A Local Truck Driver – Home Daily | Chicago,IL | $30/Hour Jobs at Thedrivingdesk

What is the work location for this position at Thedrivingdesk?
This job at Thedrivingdesk is located in Chicago, Illinois, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Thedrivingdesk?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $30 (per hour).
What employment applies to this position at Thedrivingdesk?
Thedrivingdesk lists this role as a Alternate-schedule position.
What experience level is required for this role at Thedrivingdesk?
Thedrivingdesk is looking for a candidate with "Entry-level" experience level.
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