Class A CDL Driver – Local Intermodal (Home Daily | Night Shift

  • Chicago, Illinois, United States
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site
  • 1,200 USD / Week

Job Description:

We are looking for Class A CDL Drivers for a local intermodal position based in Chicago, IL. This role offers daily home time, consistent freight, and steady weekly earnings.

Drivers will run regional lanes throughout the Midwest while returning home daily, operating primarily during overnight hours.

What You'll Do

  • Haul intermodal freight across IL, WI, MI, IA, and IN
  • Operate mainly drop & hook loads with no-touch freight
  • Average ~1,800 miles per week
  • Run consistent night routes with predictable schedules

Pay & Compensation

  • Average Weekly Pay: $1,200
  • Mileage Pay: $0.62 CPM
  • Per Load Pay: $20 per load

Additional Pay:

  • Night differential: +$0.06 CPM
  • Weekend differential: +$0.12 CPM

Home Time & Schedule

  • Home daily
  • 5-day work week (optional 6th day available)
  • Night shift with weekend hours as needed

Equipment & Operation

  • Intermodal containers
  • Drop & hook focused
  • Slip seat operation possible

Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Minimum 6 months of CDL-A experience
  • Must live within 25 miles of Chicago, IL (60608)
  • Ability to pass background check and drug screening
  • Comfortable with night driving and city traffic

Benefits

  • Weekly pay
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (after 30 days)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation
  • Life, disability, and accident coverage
  • Driver performance bonuses
  • Tuition assistance program options
  • Military apprenticeship / GI Bill eligible

Orientation & Onboarding

  • Virtual orientation (1 day)
  • Paid orientation: $300 (upon hire)
  • Hotel accommodations provided
  • Travel assistance available

Work Location

Chicago, IL terminal
Drivers report daily for dispatch

Apply today for a steady local driving position with daily home time, consistent freight, and reliable weekly earnings.