Job Info
- Job Location: Chicago, Illinois
- Route Type: Local
- Type of Assignment: Direct Hire
- Transmission Type: Automatic
Job Requirements
- Experience: 2+ years
- Handling: Light Touch
Additional Information
CDL A – Local Driver – $27/Hour + OT + Bonuses + Union Benefits
TransForce is seeking a CDL A Local Truck Driver to support operations based in Chicago, Illinois. This position offers consistent local routes, home daily scheduling, and strong union-backed benefits with long-term stability.
CDL A Driver Details
Schedule: 6 days per week, start times range from 8:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 8–12 hour shifts
Pay: $27/hour + overtime after 40 hours + attendance bonuses
Bonuses: $100 weekly and $250 monthly on-time attendance bonuses
Route Type: Local (Home Daily)
Freight / Load Type: Fresh produce and food distribution
Equipment: Tractor-trailer (53’ trailers)
CDL A Driver Minimum Requirements:
- License: CDL A
- Experience: 2+ years of recent, verifiable CDL A experience (military experience accepted with qualifying MOS and DD214)
- Clean Motor Vehicle Record (no violations in the past 5 years)
- Ability to work a 6-day schedule with flexible hours
- Must meet all DOT and FMCSA requirements
- Must pass background check and drug screening
CDL A Driver Responsibilities:
- Safely operate tractor-trailers on local routes
- Transport and deliver fresh produce and food products
- Load and unload freight using proper equipment and procedures
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
- Maintain accurate logs and delivery documentation
- Follow assigned routes and schedules while adapting to changing conditions
- Communicate with dispatch regarding delays or issues
- Assist with returns and relay customer feedback
- Support training of new drivers as needed
Benefits:
- Union position (membership required after 60 days)
- Pension plan
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Prescription drug coverage
- Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Weekly & monthly attendance bonuses
Why Work With TransForce?
Join TransForce and see why our drivers are proud to be part of the team. This opportunity offers steady, local work with daily home time, consistent overtime, and strong union benefits. You’ll be working with a reliable operation that values safety, performance, and driver support.
TransForce is accepting applications on an ongoing basis.
Apply now or call Kayla today! 571-572-2131
