CDL A Driver at Ace Hardware Corporation Princeton, IL

Hong Kong Study Skills Research Institute; Princeton (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid Time Off Programs

Health coverage (medical, dental, vision)

Tuition reimbursement program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ace Hardware Corporation is seeking Professional Truck Drivers at their Princeton, IL distribution center. This role offers a competitive average salary of $90,000 annually, along with a $12,500 sign-on bonus. Drivers receive extra benefits such as health coverage, tuition reimbursement, and a productive work environment centered around safety.

You will play a crucial role in delivering products directly to retailers, ensuring customer satisfaction, and contributing to a healthy, injury-free workplace.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL required with hazardous material endorsement or 90 days to obtain.
• Must have a minimum of 1 year of Class A driving experience.
• Clean driving record with no major violations in the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Make direct-to-store deliveries for the distribution center.
• Provide superior customer service on and off the road.
• Ensure safety and efficiency during deliveries.

Skills

Valid CDL with hazardous material endorsement

1-year Class A tractor/trailer on-road driving experience

Safe driving record

Job description

CDL A Driver Job at Ace Hardware Corporation, Princeton, IL

Compensation Details: NOW OFFERING A $12,500 SIGN‑ON BONUS! Drivers also have the potential to earn up to an additional $2,000 per year for safety bonuses. Drivers earn on average $90,000 a year.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with additional pay for store deliveries, sleeper berths, backhauls, road closures, and training
• Driver incentive program to boost income
• Paid Time Off Programs (vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay, up to 9 holidays per year depending on month of hire, and a one‑time pro‑rated allocation of up to 24 hours of vacation for new full‑time hires)
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability up to 26 weeks, and life insurance benefits for employee and dependents)
• Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with fully vested matching contribution the first year, quarterly contributions, and annual discretionary contributions (average 10.4% of total eligible compensation for fully eligible employees)
• Company‑paid HazMat certification and DOT physicals
• Employer‑sponsored uniform program
• Merchandise discounts on top brands such as Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and thousands more
• Employee Assistance Program (free visits to therapists and lawyers, financial guidance, elder and childcare support, and assistance with entertainment tickets)
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Adoption cost reimbursement
• Identity theft protection

Job Description

Our Princeton, IL distribution center is looking for Professional Truck Drivers to make an impact and support our retailers with direct‑to‑store deliveries. Backed by a team of traffic and safety experts, Ace Drivers receive continuous support to ensure safety and efficiency when delivering product to retailers. Ace Drivers work independently to provide superior customer service and the Ace Helpful experience on and off the road. Safety is our number one priority; Ace is committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and injury‑free environment for all team members and practices continuous improvement.

Eligibility & Requirements

• Valid CDL with hazardous material endorsement (or 90 days to obtain)
• Minimum of 1‑year Class A tractor/trailer on‑road driving experience (or comparable experience)
• No suspensions, revocations, or convictions of reckless driving in the past 3 years, and no DUI/DWI in the past 5 years

Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer: Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leverages the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.