Over the Road Driver Chicago, IL

Johnsonville; Sheboygan Falls (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Johnsonville is seeking Over the Road Drivers to safely deliver our products nationwide from a private fleet. Drivers average about 2,300 miles per week, earning a competitive annual wage and a monthly bonus, while upholding Johnsonville's safety and service standards.

Join a family-owned company with a long tradition of quality sausage. You will drive 2020+ tractors, perform pre-trip inspections, comply with FMCSA regulations, and represent the Johnsonville brand at loading docks across the

Qualifications

• 100,000 miles driving experience or completion of a certified truck driving school.
• 2 years recent OTR experience preferred.
• Experience in the refrigerated food industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive 2020 or newer tractors and late model Great Dane refer trailers
• Portray a clean and professional image as a representative of Johnsonville
• Complete thorough vehicle safety inspections
• Complete E-DVIR for mechanical conditions in need of repair
• Legally operate in compliance of the FMCSA regulations
• Maintain pre-scheduled appointments, obtain necessary signatures on bills of lading and communicate any delays to dispatch

Skills

Safety first mindset

Attention to detail

Ownership mindset

Basic math and map reading

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Certified truck driving school

Job description

Career Opportunities: Over the Road Driver Chicago, IL (53902)

Requisition ID53902-Posted09/04/2026-Trucking

This really is where the “rubber meets the road!” Physically transporting Johnsonville’s delicious products throughout the country requires safe, dedicated drivers who are willing to go the extra mile (sometimes literally!) to delight our customers. As a member of our trucking team, you’ll carefully comply with all state and federal laws and regulations as you deliver products for customers, always with a safety-first mindset. You’ll also provide exceptional customer service as a representative of our company. To many people, the person behind the wheel, who shows up at the loading dock with a shipment of our products, IS Johnsonville.

Position Overview

Interested in joining a family-owned company with a private fleet? Johnsonville Trucking OTR Drivers take pride in the safe driving culture and being brand ambassadors Drivers average 2,300 miles per week while earning a great annual wage and a monthly bonus! Drivers have the option to breakdown customer orders for additional income or hire a lumping service to unload freight.

Responsibilities

• Drive 2020 or newer tractors and late model Great Dane refer trailers
• Portray a clean and professional image as a representative of Johnsonville
• Complete thorough vehicle safety inspections
• Complete E-DVIR for mechanical conditions in need of repair
• Legally operate in compliance of the FMCSA regulations
• Maintain pre-scheduled appointments, obtain necessary signatures on bills of lading and communicate any delays to dispatch

Education

• Certified truck driving school, preferred

Experience

• 100,000 miles driving experience or completion of a certified truck driving school
• 2 years recent OTR experience preferred
• Experience in the refrigerated food industry preferred

Skills

• Safety first mindset
• Attention to detail, organization, and ability to execute assigned work duties
• Ownership mindset
• Basic math and map reading skills
• Mechanical aptitude

Other Requirements

• Acceptable driving record that meets company and DOT requirements
• Class A Commercial Driver's License
• Minimum 21 years of age

Benefits and Compensation

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

About our Company

Since 1945, our family-owned band of sausage-makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave-able sausage. Today, we are 4,000+ Members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally. We call it The Johnsonville Way. It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself!

Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability.

We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.