Location: University Park Terminal (University Park, IL)
Pay: $25.00 – $27.00 / hour + Time-and-a-Half Overtime after 40 hours
Sign-On / Transitional Bonus: Up to $1,500.00 (With $1,000 paid right after completion of your 2nd week!)
Shift: 1st Shift (6:00 AM – 6:00 PM) | Monday–Friday | Optional Weekend Work Available
Equipment: Late-Model, Well-Maintained Tractors with Automatic Transmissions
Freight Type: 100% No-Touch Intermodal Containers
Job Overview:
Acme Transportation Company is seeking dependable, safety-focused Class A CDL drivers for local intermodal positions operating out of our University Park Terminal. This is a 1st shift, home-daily role offering comfortable automatic equipment, excellent hourly pay, guaranteed weekly overtime, and a friendly, respectful family atmosphere. Enjoy job security and longevity with a company that ensures you have a life outside of driving!
Compensation & Benefits:
- Strong Hourly Pay: $25.00 – $27.00/hour with steady overtime (1.5x) after 40 hours.
- Reliable Logistics: Weekly pay via Direct Deposit.
- Home Daily: 1st shift schedule ensures you are home every single night with flexible time off options.
- Health & Life Insurance: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance coverage starting after 90 days.
- Paid Time Off: 5 days of vacation ready to use after just 6 months, plus 6 paid holidays.
- Retirement: 401(k) program available after 1 year.
Responsibilities & Equipment:
- Operate late-model, well-maintained tractors equipped with automatic transmissions for a smoother, safer shift.
- Transport 100% no-touch intermodal containers safely to and from regional rail ramps and customer locations.
- Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections (DVIR) to maintain strict DOT compliance.
- Maintain clean, compliant electronic logs (ELD) and be willing to run all legal hours of service.
- Cooperate smoothly with dispatch; no refusals of dispatch.
Requirements:
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of verifiable Class A CDL driving experience.
- Intermodal Experience: Prior container hauling experience is required.
- Licensure: Valid Class A CDL and a current DOT Medical Card.
- Background: Clean driving record and excellent MVR.
- Professionalism: Excellent attendance record and a proven history of dedication and longevity at previous jobs.