Local CDL-A Intermodal Night Driver | Home Everyday
This dedicated night position offers container hauling out of Chicago rail yards with guaranteed daily home time, mileage bonuses, and steady regional loops.
Pay & Financial Incentives
- Weekly Earnings: $1,200 – $1,400 gross average per week
- Base Mileage Rate: Starts at $0.62 CPM
- Per-Load Bonus: Additional $20.00 for each load handled
- Night Shift Incentive: +$0.06 per mile bonus (Monday through Friday, 7 PM to 4 AM)
- Weekend Shift Incentive: +$0.12 per mile bonus (Friday 7 PM through Monday 4 AM)
Job Details & Operations
- Primary Routes: Transporting containers from Chicago rail terminals on regional loops throughout IL, WI, MI, IA, and IN.
- Freight & Handling: Primarily heavy drop-and-hook work during night hours, with infrequent live loading or unloading.
- Traffic & Driving: Typical Chicago route patterns planned to ensure you finish every shift at home.
Schedule & Home Time
- Home Time: 100% Home Daily, every shift ends at home.
- Shift Type: Dedicated Night Operations.
- Work Schedule: Weekend shifts are standard to maintain continuous container movement.
- Holidays: Scheduled for holidays only if they align with your routine work days.
Qualifications & Hiring Requirements
- Valid Class A CDL alongside an active DOT Medical Card (no endorsements necessary).
- Hiring Radius: Drivers must live within 25 miles of the Chicago terminal (Zip: 60608).
- Driving Experience (Solo Drivers Only):
- Minimum 6 months of verifiable CDL-A tractor-trailer driving within the past 3 years, OR
- Minimum 12 months within the past 5 years.
- (Trainee drivers and team configurations are not eligible for this account).
- Safety & Background: Clear driving history, stable job record, and mandatory drug screening.
Corporate Benefits
- Complete medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan featuring company match.
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
- 24/7 local dispatch assistance and driver support.
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