
CDL Truck Driver Local - Chicago
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Overview
Job Description
CDL-A LOCAL TRUCK DRIVER | HOME DAILY | NIGHT SHIFT | CHICAGO AREA
Position Overview
Hiring CDL-A drivers for a local intermodal position based in the Chicago, IL area. This role offers home daily, consistent miles, and steady weekly earnings. Drivers will operate primarily on night shifts with a mix of local and regional runs.
Pay & Compensation
- Starting Pay: $0.62 CPM
- Load Pay: $20 per load
- Night Differential: +$0.06 CPM (Monday–Friday, 7 PM – 4 AM)
- Weekend Differential: +$0.12 CPM (Friday 7 PM – Monday 4 AM)
- Average Weekly Pay: $1,200 – $1,400
- Weekly Miles: Approximately 1,800
Additional pay opportunities may be available depending on assignment.
Home Time & Schedule
- Home Daily
- Shift: Night shift (primary)
- Weekend Work: Required
- Holiday Work: Required if scheduled
Freight & Equipment
- Intermodal freight
- Drop and hook in most cases
- Some live load and live unload
- No driver unload
Operating Area
- Chicago metro area
- Regional runs into Wisconsin, Michigan, Iowa, and Indiana
- Drivers return home daily
Requirements
- Valid CDL-A license
- First seat (experienced drivers only)
- No endorsements required
Job Considerations
- Chicago city driving required
- Primarily night driving
- Traffic conditions can impact routes
- Occasional out-of-state runs (still home daily)
Why This Position Stands Out
- Home daily
- Competitive CPM with additional pay incentives
- Consistent freight and miles
- Majority drop and hook
- Established, high-demand lane
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