Pay & Compensation
- Weekly pay: ~$1,000 – $1,800+/week depending on hours
- Hourly rate: ~$25 – $45/hr
- Sign-on bonus: None specified
- Calculate your potential earnings with our CDL-A Pay Calculator
Location & Routes
- Chicago, Illinois
- Flexible local or OTR runs via driver platform
- Dry van freight
- Temporary or flexible scheduling based on driver availability
Job Description
- Accept and complete freight jobs via the driver app/platform
- Operate dry van trailers on local and/or regional assignments
- Follow pre-trip and post-trip inspection procedures
- Maintain accurate ELD and delivery logs as required
- Communicate with dispatch regarding route changes, issues, or updates
- Adhere to DOT regulations and safety protocols
Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL‑A license required
Experience
Previous driving experience preferred but flexible for qualified candidates
Age Requirement
Minimum age 21 years
MVR & Risk
Clean driving record and DOT medical card preferred
Physical Ability
Ability to handle loading/unloading as needed and perform pre-trip inspections
Communication
Comfortable using driver app/platform and communicating with dispatch
Equipment & Fleet
- Dry van trailers
- Well-maintained fleet managed by the platform
- Essential delivery equipment included
Home Time
- Home daily or as available based on flexible assignments
- Ability to select routes and stops using driver platform
Hiring Process
- Apply online via the button below
- Drug and background checks as applicable
- Orientation and platform training provided
- Meet the dispatch and support team virtually or in person
- Start your driving career
Benefits
- Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
- 401K Plan: Not specified
- PTO: Not specified
- Life Insurance included
- Flexible scheduling and paid orientation
- Platform support and driver assistance
FAQ
What type of schedule is offered?
Flexible temporary or part-time schedules controlled by the driver via the platform.
What routes are available?
Local Chicago area deliveries, with optional regional or OTR assignments.
Is prior experience required?
Preferred but not mandatory for qualified CDL-A holders comfortable with app-based assignments.
What equipment will I be driving?
Dry van trailers maintained by the driver platform.
Are there benefits?
Yes, including health, vision, dental, life, disability insurance, and flexible scheduling.
How do I apply?
Use the Apply button below or floating Apply button to submit your application online.
Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Daily grocery and retail deliveries throughout Chicago and surrounding suburbs
- Regional assignments to Midwest hubs on flexible schedule
- Occasional OTR runs based on driver platform availability
Career Opportunities
This position offers drivers an opportunity to grow within flexible dry van operations, build experience across local and regional assignments, and control their weekly earnings while maintaining a work-life balance. Drivers can explore a variety of routes, from home-daily deliveries to extended OTR assignments, gaining valuable skills for long-term trucking careers.
Local Dry Van CDL‑A Driver — Chicago, Illinois
We are hiring CDL‑A drivers in Chicago, Illinois for flexible local and OTR dry van deliveries. Drivers will operate dry vans, complete assignments via a driver platform, and maintain all logs and inspections. This temp/flex schedule role allows drivers to choose hours, routes, and maximize weekly pay potential. Ideal for independent drivers seeking schedule control, varied assignments, and exposure to local and regional freight operations. Learn more about CDL-A jobs and opportunities at CDL-A Jobs, industry news at CDL-A News, or explore other OTR, regional, and local driving opportunities: OTR CDL-A Jobs, Regional CDL-A Jobs, Local CDL-A Jobs, Owner Operator CDL-A Jobs.
