CDL-A Intermodal Truck Driver (JB Hunt - Chicago, IL)
Company
LeadZLoco
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
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Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking a dependable CDL-A truck driver for JB Hunt, based in Chicago, IL.
Primary Responsibilities
• Route / Lane: Intermodal 1 Joliet, IL
• Details: Position Info | Position Type: Regional | Full Time | CDL Class A | Minimum Experience: 3 months
• Freight Type: No Touch Freight
Requirements & Qualifications
• Valid CDL Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A)
• Experience: 3 Months
Compensation & Schedule
• Pay: $1654 Weekly Average
• Home Time: Weekly 48 hour reset Freight Handling: Approximately 75% drop and hook and 25% live load or unload Equipment: Automatic Freightliner and International mid roof conventional tractors Position Duties Haul freight on intermodal chassis and containers
• Freight: No Touch Freight
Benefits
• Company Benefits & Info
• PTO accrues from day one
• 401(k) with company match
• Eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage after just 30 days
• Access to life insurance options
• Access to mental health and disability benefits
• Orientation
• Direct To Work Orientation Breakdown
• Orientation Information - https://www.jbhunt.com/jobs/driver/orientation/company\_driver/
• Drivers can schedule screenings and complete the online training based on their availability while still maintaining their regular routine. Once orientation is completed, drivers go directly to their work location for onboarding and account-specific training. Getting started:
• I. Benefits include:
• No travel to a JB Hunt terminal for orientation.
We are seeking a dependable CDL-A truck driver for JB Hunt, based in Chicago, IL.
Primary Responsibilities
• Route / Lane: Intermodal 1 Joliet, IL
• Details: Position Info | Position Type: Regional | Full Time | CDL Class A | Minimum Experience: 3 months
• Freight Type: No Touch Freight
Requirements & Qualifications
• Valid CDL Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A)
• Experience: 3 Months
Compensation & Schedule
• Pay: $1654 Weekly Average
• Home Time: Weekly 48 hour reset Freight Handling: Approximately 75% drop and hook and 25% live load or unload Equipment: Automatic Freightliner and International mid roof conventional tractors Position Duties Haul freight on intermodal chassis and containers
• Freight: No Touch Freight
Benefits
• Company Benefits & Info
• PTO accrues from day one
• 401(k) with company match
• Eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage after just 30 days
• Access to life insurance options
• Access to mental health and disability benefits
• Orientation
• Direct To Work Orientation Breakdown
• Orientation Information - https://www.jbhunt.com/jobs/driver/orientation/company\_driver/
• Drivers can schedule screenings and complete the online training based on their availability while still maintaining their regular routine. Once orientation is completed, drivers go directly to their work location for onboarding and account-specific training. Getting started:
• I. Benefits include:
• No travel to a JB Hunt terminal for orientation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Driver Jobs
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.
