CDL-A Intermodal Truck Driver (JB Hunt - Chicago, IL)
Company
LeadZLoco
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
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Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking a dependable CDL-A truck driver for JB Hunt, based in Chicago, IL.
Primary Responsibilities
• Route / Lane: Intermodal 1 Joliet, IL
• Details: Position Info | Position Type: Regional | Full Time | CDL Class A | Minimum Experience: 3 months
• Freight Type: No Touch Freight
Requirements & Qualifications
• Valid CDL Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A)
• Experience: 3 Months
Compensation & Schedule
• Pay: $1654 Weekly Average
• Home Time: Weekly 48 hour reset Freight Handling: Approximately 75% drop and hook and 25% live load or unload Equipment: Automatic Freightliner and International mid roof conventional tractors Position Duties Haul freight on intermodal chassis and containers
• Freight: No Touch Freight
Benefits
• Company Benefits & Info
• 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
• Orientation
• Direct To Work Orientation Breakdown
• Orientation Information - https://www.jbhunt.com/jobs/driver/orientation/company\_driver/
• Drivers can schedule screenings and complete the online training based on their availability while still maintaining their regular routine. Once orientation is completed, drivers go directly to their work location for onboarding and account-specific training. Getting started:
• I. Benefits include:
• No travel to a JB Hunt terminal for orientation.
We are seeking a dependable CDL-A truck driver for JB Hunt, based in Chicago, IL.
Primary Responsibilities
• Route / Lane: Intermodal 1 Joliet, IL
• Details: Position Info | Position Type: Regional | Full Time | CDL Class A | Minimum Experience: 3 months
• Freight Type: No Touch Freight
Requirements & Qualifications
• Valid CDL Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A)
• Experience: 3 Months
Compensation & Schedule
• Pay: $1654 Weekly Average
• Home Time: Weekly 48 hour reset Freight Handling: Approximately 75% drop and hook and 25% live load or unload Equipment: Automatic Freightliner and International mid roof conventional tractors Position Duties Haul freight on intermodal chassis and containers
• Freight: No Touch Freight
Benefits
• Company Benefits & Info
• 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
• Orientation
• Direct To Work Orientation Breakdown
• Orientation Information - https://www.jbhunt.com/jobs/driver/orientation/company\_driver/
• Drivers can schedule screenings and complete the online training based on their availability while still maintaining their regular routine. Once orientation is completed, drivers go directly to their work location for onboarding and account-specific training. Getting started:
• I. Benefits include:
• No travel to a JB Hunt terminal for orientation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Driver Jobs
What is the federal minimum wage for commercial truck drivers in the United States as of 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for drivers in United States is $7.25 per hour as of January 2026. Drivers must receive overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
What work visa is required for non-US citizens to work as truck drivers in the United States in 2026?
As per USCIS, non-citizens need an employment-based visa such as H-2B for temporary non-agricultural work or EB-3 for permanent roles to work legally as drivers. Applications require a certified labor condition application and must be filed before the October 1, 2026 fiscal year start for H visas.
What experience and license are needed to qualify for entry-level driver jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) Class A or B plus at least 1 year of verifiable driving experience within the last 3 years for most interstate roles. No formal education beyond a high school diploma is required for standard positions.
What documents are required to apply for driver positions through official US government channels in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants must submit a completed I-9 form, valid CDL, Social Security card, and driving record from the state DMV dated within 30 days. Background checks via FBI fingerprinting are mandatory for hazmat endorsements.
