About the job CDL-A Truck Driver | Joliet, IL | $1,500–$1,700/Week + $1,000 Bonus | Home Wkly
We are hiring CDL-A drivers for a dedicated account based out of Joliet, IL. This is a high-paying, hands-on position with consistent freight and weekly home time.
Position Details:
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Location: Joliet, IL
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Job Type: Regional Dedicated
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Home Time: Weekly (34-hour reset, weekends not guaranteed)
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Freight: Dry van
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Delivery Area: IL, WI, IN, MI
Pay & Compensation:
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Average Weekly Pay: $1,500–$1,700
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Based on: 800–1,000 miles + ~3 loads/week
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CPM (based on experience):
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0–11 months: $0.82
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12–23 months: $0.83
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24–35 months: $0.84
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36+ months: $0.85
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Unload Pay: $245 per trailer
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Stop Pay: $25 per stop
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Backhaul Pay: $70
Sign-On Bonus: $1,000
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$500 after first load
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$500 after 30 days
Freight Details:
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100% driver unload (box-by-box using rollers)
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Multi-stop deliveries to Dollar Tree stores
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Physically active role
Schedule:
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Home weekly for 34-hour reset
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Must be available Sunday–Saturday
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Schedule varies based on delivery needs
Equipment:
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Assigned truck after orientation
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International & Freightliner tractors
Training:
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2 training days with experienced driver
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$150 per day
Requirements:
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Valid Class A CDL
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Minimum 3 months of verifiable tractor-trailer experience
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Must be able to handle physical unloading
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Must be comfortable with:
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Flexible schedules
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Tight delivery locations
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Customer-facing deliveries
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Important Notes:
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NO truck take-home
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Must park at terminal or DC (no home parking allowed)
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Must bring 2 weeks of supplies to orientation
Benefits:
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Medical, Dental, Vision (after 30 days)
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401(k) with up to 5% match
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Paid vacation
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Rider & pet policy available
Why Drivers Choose This Job:
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High weekly earning potential
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Consistent, steady freight
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Weekly home time
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Bonus available
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Strong support team