Home Daily CDL-A Driver - Intermodal - Chicago, IL

The Driving Desk; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

PTO accrual Day 1

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with company match

Job summary

The Driving Desk is hiring for a Home Daily CDL-A Driver on an intermodal route based in Indianapolis, IN. You will run a local schedule with daily home time, serving both Indianapolis and Chicago with consistent miles and 75% drop & hook freight.

Expect 17 loads weekly on average, afternoon to night driving, and a slip-seat operation returning to the terminal daily. Comprehensive benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL.
• Minimum 3 months of CDL-A experience.
• Hazmat endorsement required within 60 days (cost reimbursed).
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Run dedicated lanes between Indianapolis and Chicago (daily turns).
• Complete additional local deliveries within the surrounding area.
• Handle a mix of drop & hook (75%) and live load/unload freight.
• Average ~17 loads per week with consistent miles.
• Operate safely during afternoon and nighttime driving hours.

Skills

Night driving

Slip seat operation

Local routes

Safety-conscious driving

Education

Class A CDL

Hazmat endorsement within 60 days

Job description

Home Daily CDL-A Driver - Intermodal - Chicago, IL

We are hiring Class A CDL Drivers for a local intermodal position based in Indianapolis, IN. This role offers daily home time , consistent freight, and steady routes between Indianapolis and Chicago , along with additional local runs within a 100–200 mile radius.

Drivers will operate day cab equipment in a slip seat operation , returning to the terminal daily.

What You'll Do

• Run dedicated lanes between Indianapolis Chicago (daily turns)
• Complete additional local deliveries within the surrounding area
• Handle a mix of drop & hook (75%) and live load/unload freight
• Average ~17 loads per week with consistent miles
• Operate safely during afternoon and nighttime driving hours

Pay & Compensation

• Average Annual Pay: $72,000 – $80,000
• Mileage Pay: $0.50 – $0.57 CPM

Additional Pay:

• $25 – Drop & hook (customer)
• $15 – Out-of-route / crosstown moves
• $20/hour – Detention (after 1.5 hours)
• $20/hour – Training pay

Sign-On Bonus:

• Must meet eligibility requirements and remain active in position

Home Time & Schedule

• Days off: Sunday & Monday
• Start time: 3:00 PM (afternoon into night shift)

Equipment & Operation

• Slip seat operation (truck remains at terminal)

Truck Policy:

• No passengers
• No take-home trucks

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• Minimum 3 months of CDL-A experience
• Hazmat endorsement required within 60 days (cost reimbursed)
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening
• Must be comfortable with local, high-frequency routes and night driving
• PTO accrues starting Day 1
• Paid time off + holidays:
• Year 1: 18 days (12 PTO + 6 holidays)
• Increases with tenure (up to 32 days)
• Medical, dental, and vision (after 30 days)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid online orientation
• Life insurance & disability coverage
• Parental leave & family planning benefits

Work Location

Indianapolis Terminal
Drivers report daily for dispatch