Regional Truck Driver

Regional Truck Driver

Chicago, United States

Company
J.B. Hunt Drivers
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Drive J.B. Hunt

Job Description
Looking for regional truck driving jobs? J.B. Hunt is hiring intermodal truck drivers! Drive with J.B. Hunt Intermodal and enjoy express access railyard gates, onsite maintenance and 100% company-owned equipment.
This position is an activity-based pay plan that encourages safety, efficiency and a strong work ethic. Drivers are averaging $86,000 a year on this driving job.
Job Details:
$0.64-$0.69 per mile*Detention pay: $20-$25 per hour after the first hourDrop and hook pay: $35 per stopLive load/unload: $65 per stopLive lifts pay: $20 if longer than 1 hourLayover pay: $20 per hour up to 5 hoursHazmat: $25 per loadRefrigerated: $30 per loadCrosstown moves: $25-$60 per loadReefer crosstown/empty moves: $30 per loadDriver assist: $25 per loadEmpty move: $15 per loadTruck detailing: $50 flat rateMechanical breakdown: $20 per hour up to 5 hoursRail delays: $20 per hour after the first hourRefused delivery: $40 per loadTruck order not used: $20 Yard work: $20 per hourChassis flips: $20 per hourSpotting work: $5 per moveExcessive dunnage: $15 flat rateRecovery event: $25 per hourMidwest surcharge: $50 flat rateWeekend bonus: $150 per weekSafety training and mandatory meeting pay: $22 per hourNew hire training pay: $250 per dayHoliday pay: $210 per day                  Weekly home time Majority no touch freight Onsite management Paid online orientation
Driver Benefits:
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 And so much more!
In addition to all these benefits, J.B. Hunt company drivers enjoy a culture of safety that is dedicated to recognizing and rewarding safe drivers. Don’t wait – join North America’s largest intermodal provider today! Call 1-877-791-9458 or pre-qualify online at DriveJBHunt.com.

J.B. Hunt accepts pre-qualification forms on an ongoing basis. EOE including disability/veterans. Program details apply. In addition to the number of activities completed, factors which may affect annualized earnings include training completed, paid breaks, endorsements, tenure, equipment type and number of days worked each week. This position may be eligible for safety bonuses and incentives based on profitability or performance, as applicable.
J.B. Hunt offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), two weeks of paid parental leave, and six days with holiday pay.
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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.
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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.
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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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