Local Truck Driver-Chicagoland-Home Nightly!

Omaha Track Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Local Truck Drivers for the Chicagoland area. This role offers the opportunity to be home nightly while operating tractor-trailer combinations to transport essential railroad materials. The ideal candidate will have a Class A CDL and a strong driving record, with at least three years of over-the-road experience. Join a company that values excellence and provides comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and a 401K match. If you're looking for a stable and rewarding driving position, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Paid time off

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Healthcare spending reimbursement account

Quarterly Bonus Incentive Opportunity

Company Paid Short-term disability

401K with Match

Annual Company clothing store allowance

Parental leave

Company match on charitable donations

Qualifications

• Must have Class A CDL with air brake endorsement and no manual transmission restrictions.
• 3+ years of over-the-road driving experience required; flatbed experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate tractor-trailer combinations to transport assigned loads.
• Inspect vehicles and report necessary maintenance as per policies.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Mechanical skills

Intermediate mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tractor-trailer combination

Manual drayage trucks

Job description

Local Truck Driver-Chicagoland-Home Nightly!

Join to apply for the Local Truck Driver-Chicagoland-Home Nightly! role at Omaha Track, Inc.

Iron Junction Logistics, a division of Omaha Track, Inc. is the innovative product and service supplier to the railroad industry-dedicated to providing excellence, quality, and value. We are committed to remaining the industry leader by focusing on continuous growth and improvement. We are adding Drivers to our Fleet in early 2025!

Class A CDL Drivers are home nightly and paid every Friday. Scheduled Monday through Friday and 1 weekend per month. Extra load pay on weekend!

The Driver performs a variety of work in the operation of tractor trailer combinations with a capacity up to 80,000 GW. Semi drivers will use manual drayage trucks and transport a variety of railroad materials.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Class A CDL required (must have air brake endorsement and no manual transmission restrictions)
• Motor vehicle record must not have any major driving offenses within the last three (3) years
• At least 3 years of over-the-road driving experience required; flatbed driving experience preferred
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to read and write
• Demonstrated strong mechanical and intermediate mathematical skills

Responsibilities

• Operate a tractor-trailer combination safely and efficiently to transport assigned loads
• Ensure all loaded materials are safely secured prior to and throughout transport
• Inspect company vehicles/trailers and report necessary maintenance in accordance with policies and procedures
• Check-in with the Transportation department daily for assignments and updates
• Participate in all job briefings, follow railroad protection limits, and conduct proper radio communications
• Practice proper housekeeping with clean, properly maintained vehicles, tools, and equipment
• Accurately complete and maintain a drivers log in accordance with requirements
• Ensure compliance with all safety requirements, policies, and procedures
• Report all job site incidents and injuries to Transportation Manager immediately
• Complete and maintain all required safety training and certifications

Comprehensive Benefits Offered

• Paid time off
• Affordable Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Healthcare spending reimbursement account- HSA
• Quarterly Bonus Incentive Opportunity
• Company Paid Short-term disability, Long-term disability, and Life Insurance
• 401K with Match
• Annual Company clothing store allowance
• Parental leave
• Company match on charitable donations

We look forward to receiving your application!

Omaha Track, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic.