Regional CDL A Driver – Intermodal | Chicago | Up To $103K/Year

Thedrivingdesk

  • Chicago, Illinois
  • 8 days ago
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    Skills

    • Background Investigationunmatched
    • CDL Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Cargo/Freightunmatched
    • Class A Licenseunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Life Insuranceunmatched
    • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
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    Description

    We are hiring Class A CDL Drivers for a regional intermodal position operating throughout the Midwest. This role offers consistent freight, strong weekly pay, and reliable home time.

    Drivers will run freight primarily to and from Chicago rail yards, covering surrounding states with predictable lanes and steady miles.

    What You'll Do

    • Haul intermodal container freight (100% no-touch)
    • Run regional routes across WI, IL, IA, and MN
    • Average ~1,900–2,400+ miles per week
    • Operate between rail yards and customer locations
    • Maintain safe and efficient driving practices

    Pay & Compensation

    • Average Annual Pay: $80,000 – $103,000
    • Average Weekly Pay (first 2–3 months): $1,450
    • Mileage Pay: $0.59 – $0.64 CPM

    Additional Pay:

    • $35 – Drop & Hook
    • $65 – Live Load/Unload
    • Safety & service bonus up to $1,000/year
    • $5,000 sign-on bonus

    Home Time & Schedule

    • Home weekly
    • Monday – Friday schedule
    • Start times between 4:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    • Option to take 10-hour breaks at home when nearby

    Equipment & Operation

    • Automatic Freightliner tractors
    • 53' intermodal container chassis
    • Rail yard container operations

    Training

    • Training program: ~2 weeks with a driver trainer
    • Hands-on experience operating live freight
    • In-truck training with support from experienced drivers

    Requirements

    • Valid Class A CDL
    • Minimum 3 months CDL-A experience
    • No endorsements required
    • Ability to maintain ~1,900 miles/week production
    • Ability to pass background check and drug screening

    Hiring Locations

    Must live within hiring radius of one of the following:

    • Green Bay, WI (50 miles)
    • Milwaukee, WI (50 miles)
    • Madison, WI (50 miles)
    • Sheboygan, WI (25 miles)
    • Wausau, WI (25 miles)
    • Chicago, IL (25 miles)

    Benefits

    • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
    • 401(k) with company match
    • Life insurance
    • Short-term & long-term disability
    • Paid parental leave
    • Adoption assistance
    • Mental health benefits

    Work Location

    Midwest regional routes (dispatch from Chicago rail yards)

    Apply today for a regional driving position with weekly home time, strong pay, and consistent intermodal freight.


    Numbers & Facts

    LocationChicago, Illinois
    Websitehttps://www.thedrivingdesk.com

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