Class A CDL Driver located near Bloomington

Blackwood Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackwood Solutions is seeking an experienced Class A CDL Driver to support logistics, deliveries, and field operations from the Bloomington area. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and clear communication with dispatch and management.

Expect home time every other weekend with flexibility for storm deployments and occasional overnight travel. The position requires operating company vehicles, maintaining logs, and staying compliant with safety policies.

Qualifications

• Must reside in the Mid-West area.
• Valid CDL A with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift, load, and transport materials up to company-specified weight limits.
• Strong reliability, communication skills, and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles safely and efficiently to support logistics, deliveries, and field operations.
• Assist with transportation of materials, equipment, and supplies to designated project sites.
• Maintain accurate delivery logs, mileage reports, and compliance documentation.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, managers, and team members regarding route planning, delays, or operational updates.
• Support emergency or high-volume operations, including storm response deployments.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicles remain in safe working condition.
• Follow all federal, state, and company safety requirements, policies, and best practices.
• Represent Blackwood Solutions with professionalism during all customer and team interactions.

Skills

CDL A

Safety mindset

Communication

Job description

Class A CDL Driver located near Bloomington

About this position

Blackwood Solutions is the nation’s leading recycler and distributor of industrial wood and steel utility poles. We proudly serve electric utilities and industrial partners across the U.S., delivering reliability, innovation, and quality. Our continued growth offers a stable, long-term career opportunity for skilled drivers and operators.

Blackwood Solutions continues to grow, and we are excited to expand our team. We are seeking experienced Class A CDL Support Drivers who take pride in safety, professionalism, and reliable performance.

Blackwood Solutions is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Support Driver to join our logistics team. This role plays a key part in ensuring timely delivery, operational readiness, and critical support for transportation needs across multiple regions. The ideal candidate is adaptable, mission-driven, and committed to maintaining exceptional service standards—especially during high-demand periods such as storm response operations and able to stay out 2 weeks at a time.

Responsibilities:

• Operate company vehicles safely and efficiently to support logistics, deliveries, and field operations.
• Assist with transportation of materials, equipment, and supplies to designated project sites.
• Maintain accurate delivery logs, mileage reports, and compliance documentation.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, managers, and team members regarding route planning, delays, or operational updates.
• Support emergency or high-volume operations, including storm response deployments.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicles remain in safe working condition.
• Follow all federal, state, and company safety requirements, policies, and best practices.
• Represent Blackwood Solutions with professionalism during all customer and team interactions.
• Regular schedule offers home time every other weekend.
• Flexibility is essential, as schedules may shift based on storm activity, workload, or emergency deployments.
• Overnight travel should be expected during major project periods or weather-related mobilizations.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Must reside in the Mid-West area
• Valid CDL A with a clean and verifiable driving record.
• Ability to operate vehicles for extended periods, sometimes in challenging conditions.
• Strong reliability, communication skills, and commitment to safety.
• Ability to lift, load, and transport materials as required (up to company-specified weight limits).

Job Type: Full-time