OTR Class A CDL Driver Job in Chicago, IL (Avg $85k/yr)
Company
Koch Trucking
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
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OTR Class A CDL Driver Job - Chicago, Illinois
Club Car
CDL-A Truck Driver – Specialized Division
Average annual earnings: $85K
Starting pay: $0.57 - $0.59 CPM
Drivers with passports and deliver to Canada earn an additional $0.01CPM
Average miles/week: 2200-2400
Top performer earnings: $95K
Home time: Out 10-14 days based on location
Sign-on bonus: $3,000
Drop ($4/loaded/unloaded car) and stop ($30/stop) pay
Volvo 860 and Freightliner Cascadias come equipped with
Refrigerators, leather interior, Double curtain wrap, double bunks, built-in inverters and other driver friendly features
All expenses paid orientation in a luxury hotel: Appling, GA
Looking to add some excitement to your …
Club Car
CDL-A Truck Driver – Specialized Division
Average annual earnings: $85K
Starting pay: $0.57 - $0.59 CPM
Drivers with passports and deliver to Canada earn an additional $0.01CPM
Average miles/week: 2200-2400
Top performer earnings: $95K
Home time: Out 10-14 days based on location
Sign-on bonus: $3,000
Drop ($4/loaded/unloaded car) and stop ($30/stop) pay
Volvo 860 and Freightliner Cascadias come equipped with
Refrigerators, leather interior, Double curtain wrap, double bunks, built-in inverters and other driver friendly features
All expenses paid orientation in a luxury hotel: Appling, GA
Looking to add some excitement to your …
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What is the minimum hourly wage for commercial driver jobs in the United States as of January 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for drivers is $7.25 per hour as of January 2026, with overtime required at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours per week. Many states mandate at least $16.50 per hour for CDL holders operating interstate routes.
What work visa is required for non-U.S. citizens applying to driver jobs in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, H-2B visas for non-agricultural drivers are capped at 66,000 for fiscal year 2026 with applications due by March 2026. Applicants must hold a valid foreign driver's license and pass a medical exam before petition approval.
What experience and license are needed to qualify for truck driver positions in the United States?
As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, applicants must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid Class A CDL, and have completed 120 hours of training including 40 hours behind the wheel by 2026. No formal education beyond high school is required.
What documents are required when applying for driver jobs through official U.S. channels in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants must submit a valid CDL, Social Security card, proof of citizenship or work authorization, and a completed DOT medical certificate dated within the last 24 months. Background checks via FMCSA are mandatory before hiring.
