Dry Van Truck Driver in Illinois — Now Hiring

O Trucking LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

O Trucking LLC is seeking a CDL-A dry van truck driver to haul general freight across Illinois, including Chicago, Aurora, Rockford, and surrounding markets. This full-time position offers steady weekly miles with 24/7 dispatch support and no forced dispatch.

The job requires a clean MVR and CSA record, CDL-A, a 53-foot dry trailer, ELD compliance, and a valid DOT medical card. Typical pay is $0.65-$1.20 per mile.

Qualifications

• CDL-A license required.
• Must operate 53-foot enclosed trailer.
• Clean MVR and CSA record required.
• Insurance COI with $1M minimum liability.
• ELD compliance and DOT medical card required.
• Willingness to operate Illinois routes including Chicago area.

Responsibilities

• Deliver general freight across Illinois regional lanes.
• Secure loads and comply with safety regulations.
• Coordinate with dispatch for load selection; maintain on-time deliveries.
• No forced dispatch; 24/7 dispatch support.

Skills

CDL-A license

53-foot trailer

Clean MVR & CSA

Insurance COI 1M

ELD compliance

DOT medical card

Job description

Dry Van truck driver opening in Illinois, serving Chicago, Aurora, Rockford, Springfield.

Enclosed 53-foot trailers hauling general freight, retail goods, and packaged products. Standard dimensions: 53'L x 8.5'W x 9'H interior, 3,800 cubic feet capacity, holds 26 standard pallets (48x40), max cargo weight 45,000 lbs. Typical freight in Illinois: Rail transfers, Intermodal freight, Consumer goods, Retail merchandise, Electronics, Auto parts.

Illinois's position in the Midwest - America's distribution heartland - means dry van drivers have access to freight moving in every direction. The region's interstate network (I-70, I-80, I-65, I-90) connects manufacturing centers, agricultural processors, and the country's largest intermodal hubs. Rates at $2.52/mile reflect steady, consistent demand rather than boom-bust cycles.

Common Illinois lanes: Chicago to Indianapolis (I-65), Chicago to Milwaukee distribution, I-80 corridor east-west.

Chicago is the #1 intermodal hub in North America - more rail-to-truck transfers happen here than anywhere else in the country.

Requirements:

• CDL-A license
• 53-foot enclosed trailer
• Clean MVR and CSA record
• Insurance COI with $1M minimum liability
• ELD compliance
• DOT medical card

Typical pay for dry van work is $0.65-$1.20 per mile. This is a market estimate for the equipment type - the carrier confirms actual pay with you before placement.

24/7 dispatch support, no forced dispatch, choose your own loads.

CDL-A license; 53-foot enclosed trailer; Clean MVR and CSA record; Insurance COI with $1M minimum liability; ELD compliance; DOT medical card