TransForce

CDL A Driver - $38.46/hr - Heavy Touch

TransForce

Job Info

  • Job Location: Dwight, Illinois
  • Route Type: Local
  • Type of Assignment: Temp to Hire
  • Transmission Type: Automatic

Job Requirements

  • Experience: 1+ year
  • Handling: Heavy Touch

Additional Information

CDL A Driver – $38.46 per Hour | Dwight, Illinois

About the Position

Our client is seeking professional CDL Class A drivers to support local grocery store deliveries throughout Illinois. Drivers will operate Freightliner day cab tractors with 53-foot refrigerated trailers and deliver grocery freight to retail locations. This is a heavy-touch position requiring drivers to load and unload trailers using an electric pallet jack.

Pay & Schedule Details

  • Pay Rate: $38.46 per hour
  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,900
  • Schedule: Sunday, Monday, Friday, and Saturday
  • Work Hours: 10:00 p.m. to 10:00 a.m.
  • Hours per Week: 40
  • Average Route Time: 8 to 10 hours per day
  • Average Stops: 1 to 2 stops per route
  • Employment Type: Temp-to-perm
  • Anticipated Start Date: September 21, 2026

Job Details

  • Route Type: Local
  • Freight Type: Refrigerated grocery freight
  • Equipment:
    • Freightliner day cab tractors
    • 53-foot refrigerated trailers
    • Automatic transmissions
    • Electric pallet jacks
    • EZPass provided
    • On-site fueling available
  • Handling: Heavy-touch freight, including loading and unloading with an electric pallet jack

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely operate a CDL Class A tractor-trailer.
  • Deliver refrigerated freight to grocery store locations throughout Illinois.
  • Complete dock deliveries at grocery store facilities.
  • Load and unload trailers using an electric pallet jack.
  • Handle freight safely and ensure on-time deliveries.
  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
  • Follow all DOT and FMCSA safety requirements.
  • Maintain a clean and professional appearance while representing our client.

Minimum Requirements

  • Valid CDL Class A license.
  • 1+ year of recent, relevant, and verifiable driving experience.
  • Clean Motor Vehicle Record with no major traffic violations or preventable accidents in the last 3 years.
  • Comfortable handling touch freight and completing dock deliveries.
  • Ability to work overnight shifts.
  • Must meet all DOT and FMCSA requirements.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) plan
  • Referral program

Why Work With TransForce

Join TransForce for a rewarding driving opportunity offering competitive pay, a consistent schedule, and the potential for a permanent position. You will receive support throughout your assignment and have the opportunity to build a successful career on the road.


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TransForce
PLAINFIELD IL

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