CDL-A Truck Driver | Dedicated Regional | Chicago, IL
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Packing Jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Non-exempt packing workers must receive overtime compensation at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
What are the required working hours, overtime rules, and leave benefits for packing jobs in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates a 40-hour workweek for packing jobs, with mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours as of 2026. Eligible employees receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act after completing 12 months of service with their employer.
What tax withholdings apply to packing job wages in the United States?
Packing job employees must have 6.2 percent Social Security tax and 1.45 percent Medicare tax withheld from wages under FICA as of 2026. Employers also withhold federal income tax based on IRS Publication 15 tables, with an additional 0.9 percent Medicare surtax applying to wages over $200,000 for single filers.
What visa or work permit requirements apply to non-citizens seeking packing jobs in the United States?
Non-citizens must obtain employment authorization through USCIS before starting packing jobs, typically via H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas with a 2026 annual cap of 66,000. Employers must file Form I-129 and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.
