Looking for a strong intermodal opportunity near Chicago? This McCook, IL fleet offers $1,280 average weekly pay with top drivers earning up to $1,550/week. Drivers work 5 days with 2 consecutive days off, run multiple dispatches, and return to the yard daily on the regular schedule. Regional runs may require an occasional layover.
Benefits
$1,280 average weekly pay
Up to $1,550 weekly
$66,560 average annualized
Up to $80,600 annualized
5-day workweek
2 consecutive days off
Optional 6th day for additional earnings
Multiple dispatches per shift
Band pay based on miles and experience
Day-cab equipment
Requirements
Valid CDL-A
Minimum 3 months experience
Must live within 30 miles of McCook, IL
Reliable transportation to and from the yard
Comfortable working 10–12 hour shifts
Available for occasional regional runs and layovers
Freight & Routes
Intermodal freight
Mix of live load and drop & hook
Dispatches generally operate within a 65-mile radius of the rail ramp
Some dispatches can reach 500–600 miles round trip
Yard location: McCook, IL
Regional runs may include OH, MI, KY, IA and WI
Regular routes return to the yard daily
Occasional regional layover required
Experience: 3 months Hiring Radius: 30 miles of McCook, IL