OTR Class A CDL Driver Job in Chicago, IL (Avg $85k/yr)
Chicago, United StatesCompany
Koch Trucking
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
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OTR Class A CDL Driver Job - Chicago, Illinois
Club Car
CDL-A Truck Driver – Specialized Division
Average annual earnings: $85K
Starting pay: $0.57 - $0.59 CPM
Drivers with passports and deliver to Canada earn an additional $0.01CPM
Average miles/week: 2200-2400
Top performer earnings: $95K
Home time: Out 10-14 days based on location
Sign-on bonus: $3,000
Drop ($4/loaded/unloaded car) and stop ($30/stop) pay
Volvo 860 and Freightliner Cascadias come equipped with
Refrigerators, leather interior, Double curtain wrap, double bunks, built-in inverters and other driver friendly features
All expenses paid orientation in a luxury hotel: Appling, GA
Looking to add some excitement to your …
Club Car
CDL-A Truck Driver – Specialized Division
Average annual earnings: $85K
Starting pay: $0.57 - $0.59 CPM
Drivers with passports and deliver to Canada earn an additional $0.01CPM
Average miles/week: 2200-2400
Top performer earnings: $95K
Home time: Out 10-14 days based on location
Sign-on bonus: $3,000
Drop ($4/loaded/unloaded car) and stop ($30/stop) pay
Volvo 860 and Freightliner Cascadias come equipped with
Refrigerators, leather interior, Double curtain wrap, double bunks, built-in inverters and other driver friendly features
All expenses paid orientation in a luxury hotel: Appling, GA
Looking to add some excitement to your …
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Driver Jobs in United States
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.
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.
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.
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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