Regional CDL Driver

CARGO EXPRESS FREIGHT TRANSPORTATIO; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Cargo Express Freight is seeking a Regional CDL Driver to keep freight moving safely between Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI. You will represent the company with customers and vendors while delivering reliable transportation services.

This full-time position requires a valid CDL A, clean driving record, and ability to communicate with dispatchers and mechanics. Training and development are available, along with a benefits package including health and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or state-approved equivalent.
• Valid CDL A.
• Meet all state licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable).
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Valid current DOT Health Card and/or able to secure new DOT Health Card.
• Able to communicate with dispatchers about load updates or issues and with mechanics regarding updates or issues with the tractor or trailer.
• 3–12 months of commercial driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive a tractor trailer on intrastate and interstate routes to deliver to various shippers and receivers.
• Safely operate a tractor-trailer on scheduled interstate routes between Chicago, Illinois, and Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
• Complete all routes safely in accordance with company policies and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
• Communicate and interact professionally with customers, vendors, and co-workers to ensure services and duties are executed according to preferred work methods and customer service practices.
• Perform required safety checks, including pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the tractor, truck, and trailer, and report safety issues or repair needs.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and immediately report safety hazards.
• Inspect trailers to confirm freight is properly loaded and secured, perform count checks, review customer invoices, and complete required paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Deliver customer orders according to a predetermined route delivery schedule.
• Ensure the tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and secured at all times.
• Keep trailers free of trash and debris after each delivery.
• Complete daily hours-of-service records and logs in accordance with federal, state, and company requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety-minded

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma/GED

CDL A

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Chicago, IL to Milwaukee, WI

Cargo Express Freight is a family-owned freight transportation and logistics company providing reliable trucking, freight forwarding, and shipping solutions nationwide. We support customers with dependable delivery service and a strong commitment to safety, professionalism, and consistency on every route.

As a Regional CDL Driver, you will play an important role in keeping freight moving safely and on schedule while representing the company with customers, vendors, and co-workers in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Drive a tractor trailer on intrastate and interstate routes to deliver to various shippers and receivers.
• Safely operate a tractor-trailer on scheduled interstate routes between Chicago, Illinois, and Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
• Complete all routes safely in accordance with company policies and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
• Communicate and interact professionally with customers, vendors, and co-workers to ensure services and duties are executed according to preferred work methods and customer service practices.
• Perform required safety checks, including pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the tractor, truck, and trailer, and report safety issues or repair needs.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and immediately report safety hazards.
• Inspect trailers to confirm freight is properly loaded and secured, perform count checks, review customer invoices, and complete required paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Deliver customer orders according to a predetermined route delivery schedule.
• Ensure the tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and secured at all times.
• Keep trailers free of trash and debris after each delivery.
• Complete daily hours-of-service records and logs in accordance with federal, state, and company requirements.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in the tractor and loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Experience

3-12 months of commercial driving experience

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or state-approved equivalent
• Valid CDL A
• Meet all state licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable)
• Must be 21 years of age
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Valid current DOT Health Card and/or able to secure new DOT Health Card
• Able to communicate with dispatchers about load updates or issues and with mechanics regarding updates or issues with the tractor or trailer

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with hand-held point of delivery scanning systems (i.e. POD)
• Customer service-related work experience
• Bilingual English/Spanish