Company
Knight Transportation
Location
Chicago, IL
Job type
Full-time
Salary
95K a year
Via
via Knight Transportation
Job description
At Knight Transportation we have one mission: Deliver More. We are committed to delivering more for our drivers. More Miles. More Pay. More Respect!
What does it mean to be part of the most profitable and fastest growing truckload carrier in the country? So much MORE.
Job Details:
This driver unload dedicated account is for truck drivers who have their Class A CDL. Drivers can expect regional routes with all loads out of Maquoketa, Iowa. Drivers out of the Chicago area can get home 4 – 5 nights a week. This is one of our top paying driving jobs.
• $95,000 yearly average pay
• $2,000+ weekly average pay
• Get home 4- 5 nights a week
• $300 Daily Pay Rate + Stop Pay
• $150 extra per Chicago load
• Driver Assisted Unload
• Mostly round trip loads
Job Benefits
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Benefits for Employees and Family
• 401k Retirement Plan With Matching, Stock Purchase Plan
• Short & long term disability offered
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Accident insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Coverage
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Reimbursement Account. Paid Time Off – 3 days after 90 days of service
• Employee Assistance Program
Job Perks
• 27 Terminals Nationwide
• 24/7 Roadside Support
• Late Model Equipment
• Rider and Pet Policy
• All Trucks Equipped With Inverter
• CDL School Tuition Reimbursement
What does it mean to be part of the most profitable and fastest growing truckload carrier in the country? So much MORE.
Job Details:
This driver unload dedicated account is for truck drivers who have their Class A CDL. Drivers can expect regional routes with all loads out of Maquoketa, Iowa. Drivers out of the Chicago area can get home 4 – 5 nights a week. This is one of our top paying driving jobs.
• $95,000 yearly average pay
• $2,000+ weekly average pay
• Get home 4- 5 nights a week
• $300 Daily Pay Rate + Stop Pay
• $150 extra per Chicago load
• Driver Assisted Unload
• Mostly round trip loads
Job Benefits
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Benefits for Employees and Family
• 401k Retirement Plan With Matching, Stock Purchase Plan
• Short & long term disability offered
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Accident insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Coverage
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Reimbursement Account. Paid Time Off – 3 days after 90 days of service
• Employee Assistance Program
Job Perks
• 27 Terminals Nationwide
• 24/7 Roadside Support
• Late Model Equipment
• Rider and Pet Policy
• All Trucks Equipped With Inverter
• CDL School Tuition Reimbursement
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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.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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.
Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
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.
Source: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
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.
Source: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration