CDL-A Local Truck Driving Jobs - Chicago, IL

CDL-A Local Truck Driving Jobs - Chicago, IL

Chicago, United States

Company
ABCO Transportation, Inc.
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
10 days ago
Via
Truck Driving Jobs

Job Description
ABCO Transportation has local truck driving jobs available in the Chicago area. Every driver has a preference when it comes to their time behind the wheel.

We are looking for professional, experienced CDL-Class A drivers to fill these critical Local Positions.

What to expect from trucking jobs at ABCO:

ABCO is where drivers can move their careers forward. There is no guess work with us.

Driving a local route for ABCO comes with several perks and benefits including:
• Great pay and benefits such as a 401k plan
• Home daily
• Career development opportunities through our partnership with R+L Carriers
• Exclusive driver vacation resorts
• Appreciation and respect from our professional staff

How to become a truck driver for ABCO:

It takes a lot to earn a trucking job with ABCO. Our driver recruiters are ready to talk to those interested in the opportunity. Here are the basics they are looking for:
• Great attitude and work ethic.
• Experience and professional skill. Minimum one year CDL-Class A
• Rail container dry experience preferred
• Clean MVR
• Mutual respect and communication

We mean it when we say your experience matters at ABCO. If you have a CDL-Class A license and want to advance your career, here’s your chance at ABCO Transportation. Take a moment to learn more and apply to fill one of the available truck driving jobs in Chicago.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Driver Jobs in United States

Q What is the median annual salary for heavy truck drivers in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers is $59,400 as of May 2026. The 10th percentile earns $42,000 annually, while the 90th percentile reaches $79,800. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours per week under the FLSA.
Q What visa is required for foreign nationals to work as truck drivers in the US in 2026?
Nonimmigrant foreign workers can apply for H-2B visas for temporary non-agricultural driver jobs, with a statutory cap of 66,000 visas for FY2026. U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required for most interstate CDL positions. Submit Form I-129 to USCIS with labor certification from DOL.
Q What are the eligibility requirements for getting a CDL for driver jobs?
Applicants must be at least 21 years old for interstate driving, 18 for intrastate, and able to read English-speaking regulations. No formal education is required, but a valid non-CDL driver's license and passing a DOT medical exam valid for 24 months are mandatory. Background checks for disqualifying offenses like DUI are conducted.
Q What documents and steps are needed to apply for a commercial driver's license?
Provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency, Social Security card, two proofs of residency, and a DOT medical examiner's certificate. Apply at state DMV with fees of $50 to $100, pass written exams ($15 each), and skills test ($100-$200). Complete 20-160 hours of training from an FMCSA-registered school costing $4,000-$8,000.
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