CDL A Company Driver

CDL A Company Driver


Company
Paschall Truck Lines, Inc.
Location
Chicago Heights, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
21 hours ago
Via
LinkedIn

Job Description
REVVING THE DREAM

PTL Offers OTR, running primarily east of I35, with Dedicated and Regional positions to ensure a home time schedule that will meet your needs. PTL offers some of the highest take home pay by paying you for every dispatched mile right up to the day before payroll.

Driver Pay

Solo Company - Starting up to $.60 CPM - Increases every 50,000 Miles - No Cap!

Team Drivers - Base at $.75 CPM - Increases every 50,000 Miles - No Cap!

Additional Earnings Opportunities
• $75 HAZMAT
• $75 for Northeast
• $100 for New York City

Driver Referral Rewards
• Driver Referral Bonus

PerformanceBonuses
• Monthly Performance Bonus

INDUSTRY-LEADING PERKS
• Weekly Pay
• Paid Orientation
• Free Rider Program
• No Deposit Pet Policy
• 100% No Touch Freight

Employee Ownership Program
• ESOP - Earned Equity
• 100% Employee Owned
• Annual Vested Employee Company Shares Reward

Benefits Package
• 401K Match
• Paid Vacation
• Free Life Insurance
• Medical, Dental Vision

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q What is the median hourly wage for welders in the United States as of 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the median hourly wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers is $25.22 as of May 2026 data. Welders in manufacturing earn $26.15 per hour on average while those in construction receive $24.80 per hour. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate applies after 40 hours per week under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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As per the U.S. Department of Labor, welders must complete a high school diploma or equivalent plus a postsecondary welding program lasting 6 to 18 months. AWS Certified Welder credential and 2,000 hours of documented experience are required for most positions in structural welding. Employers in shipbuilding and aerospace require additional ASME Section IX qualifications.
Q What are the standard working hours and paid leave entitlements for welders in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, full-time welders work 40 hours per week with overtime required after 40 hours. Workers receive at least 10 paid holidays and accrue 10 days of paid sick leave annually under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act extensions. Union contracts in construction add 15 days of paid vacation after one year.
Q How are federal income taxes calculated on welder wages in the United States for 2026?
As per the Internal Revenue Service, welders earning $52,500 annually in 2026 pay 12% federal income tax on income between $11,601 and $47,150 plus 22% on the amount above $47,150. Social Security tax is withheld at 6.2% up to the $168,600 wage base. Employers must issue Form W-2 by January 31 each year.
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