Dedicated Cdl-A Truck Driver - Earn $96K/Year - Home Weekly

C.R. England; Iowa; On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Excellent benefits starting day 1

Overtime after 40 hours

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Western Express is seeking a Class A CDL Truck Driver to operate company vehicles in Chicago, IL. This full-time role offers weekly pay, comprehensive benefits from day one, and overtime after 40 hours.

You will perform routine inspections, comply with CDL regulations, and ensure safe handling of equipment and freight while maintaining accurate logs and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must have valid Class A CDL and clean MVR.
• Ability to follow CDL regulations and company safety policies.
• Ability to perform physical tasks and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles and trailers in compliance with CDL regulations.
• Transport trailers to designated locations in a timely and safe manner.
• Perform routine vehicle inspections for safety.
• Maintain logs of driving hours and routes and report incidents.
• Assist with loading/unloading freight when required.
• Adhere to safety policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Safe driving

Time management

Clear communication

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Chicago, IL – offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about.

Pay and Benefits

• Hourly Pay: $30.00 per hour
• Weekly Pay: $1700 or more per week – and it gets better
• Per Diem Pay: $30 per night
• Sign‑on Bonus: $1250 at 30 days and $1250 at 90 days
• Tenure Bonus: $1000 each year on anniversary
• Opportunities for overtime after 40 hours
• Weekly Pay & Benefit Options
• Up to $2,000 for every referral hired and retained
• $24.00 per hour plus $1 shift differential
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (starting day 1)
• 401(k) with company match (rollover available at 1 year)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Short‑and‑long‑term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Optional pet and voluntary insurance
• Employee Ownership Program
• Uniforms, cell phone and boot allowance
• 12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to eligibility)
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech, and more
• All benefits you expect without the wait
• Shortened evaluation period for recent graduates

Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles, trucks and trailers in compliance with all CDL regulations and Lazer's guidelines
• Transport trailers to and from designated locations in a timely and safe manner
• Perform routine vehicle inspections to ensure operational safety
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures as well as federal, state and industry regulations
• Ensure proper handling of equipment and products for our customers in accordance with agreed services
• Communicate and work effectively with dispatchers, customers, team members and/or third‑party vendors; maintain accurate logs of driving hours, routes, and any incidents
• Ensuring compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines
• Detecting and eliminating or minimizing safety hazards; maintaining accurate records and logs
• Loading and unloading freight or assisting in the loading/unloading of freight if required by customer
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License Class A
• Minimum 21 years of age
• Proven experience as a Class A CDL driver with a satisfactory MVR driving record
• Current DOT Physical and Medical Card
• Pass a Ryder drug test
• Pass a Ryder background and motor vehicle check including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 years
• Pass a DOT physical
• Pass a Ryder road test
• Provide appropriate CDL and endorsements for the position
• Must have Class A verifiable experience in a tractor trailer or comparable vehicle (9 months within last 3 years, 2 years within last 5 years, or 5 years within last 10 years)
• Ability to follow written and/or oral instructions
• Ability to read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures
• Strong organizational and time management skills; excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as getting in and out of the truck multiple times throughout your shift
• No DUI’s in last 5 years

Employment Details

• Location: Chicago, IL
• Employment Type: Regular – Full time

Company Culture and EEO

Western Express is a non‑discriminatory and equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome people of all backgrounds. We are a drug‑free workplace.

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