CDL Class A Driver

Try Our Pallets, Inc.; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fuel card + tolls paid

401(k) + employer matching

Health, dental, vision, and life ins.

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement plan

Safety equipment provided

Referral program

Job summary

TOP Pallets is hiring a CDL-A local truck driver for full-time, in-person work in Maywood, IL. Compensation ranges from $28.00 to $30.00 per hour with standard local routes and required DOT-compliant pre/post-trip inspections.

Responsibilities include safe loading/unloading, documentation, and clear communication with dispatch. A friendly, team-oriented approach is valued, with benefits and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• CDL A license is required.
• Minimum 2 years of local trucking experience.
• Ability to operate manual transmission.
• Familiarity with load securement and unloading.

Responsibilities

• Operate semi-trucks and flatbeds for local deliveries.
• Load/unload and secure freight safely.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections per DOT.
• Document delivery records, mileage, fuel usage, and logs.
• Follow traffic laws and maintain safety-first behavior.
• Communicate with dispatch and logistics teams.
• Assist with basic route planning for efficiency.
• Represent the company with a professional demeanor.

Skills

2 years driving

Manual transmission

Load securement

GPS navigation

Safety conscious

Education

CDL A license

Job description

CDL A Truck Driver (Local) - Full-Time

Location: Maywood, IL 60153
Compensation: From $28.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected Hours: Full-Time
Work Location: In person

Who We Are

TOP Pallets is a committed to being the best pallet provider in the Midwest. As our operations expand, we’re building a team of positive, reliable professionals who want to grow with us. If you're known for your friendly attitude, attention to detail, commitment to safety, and pride in your work-this is the team for you.

Responsibilities

• Operate semi-trucks and flatbeds for local deliveries.

• Load/unload and secure freight safely.

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections in compliance with DOT regulations.

• Accurately document delivery records, mileage, fuel usage, and logs.

• Follow traffic laws and maintain safety-first behavior on all routes.

• Communicate clearly with dispatch and logistics teams.

• Assist with basic route planning for efficiency.

• Represent the company with a professional and courteous demeanor.

Requirements

• CDL A license (Required)

• Minimum 2 years of driving experience

• Ability to operate manual transmission

• Familiarity with load securement and unloading practices

• Proficiency in map/GPS navigation

• Ability to pass a background check in accordance with company policy and Illinois law

• Friendly, team-oriented personality

Benefits

• From $28.00-$30.00/hour

• Fuel card + tolls paid

• 401(k) + employer matching

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Retirement plan

• Safety equipment provided

• Referral program

Role Details

• Company Driver

• Local Routes

• Weekdays required; some weekends as needed

• Must be able to reliably commute or relocate to Maywood, IL 60153 prior to start

Equal Opportunity Employer

TOP Pallets is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Fuel card

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Paid toll fees

• Referral program

• Retirement plan

• Safety equipment provided

• Vision insurance

Experience:

• CDL Class A: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

• In person