CDL-A OTR – Dedicated Lanes | No Forced Dispatch
Company
union transport corp
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
2.5K–3.5K a week
Posted
3 days ago
Via
Indeed
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Job Description
Union Transport Corp
(445) 300-7803
CDL-A OTR Company Driver
Amazon + Street Broker Freight
2020–2026 Trucks: Volvo Freightliner Kenworth International
What You Get:
• Consistent OTR Miles
• Mostly Drop & Hook
• No Forced Dispatch
• Stable Year-Round Freight
Pay:
• Solo: 65 CPM or 30%
• Team: 75 CPM or 35%
• $8,000–$17,000 Weekly Gross
• $2,000 Escrow (10 Weeks)
• 3–4 Weeks Out / 4–6 Days Home
Call Now: (445) 300-7803
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $2,500.00 - $3,500.00 per week
Benefits:
• Fuel card
• Fuel discount
• Paid toll fees
• Passenger ride along program
• Referral program
• Safety equipment provided
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
• Are you a SAP driver ?
Experience:
• truck and trailer: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
• CDL A (Required)
Work Location: On the road
(445) 300-7803
CDL-A OTR Company Driver
Amazon + Street Broker Freight
2020–2026 Trucks: Volvo Freightliner Kenworth International
What You Get:
• Consistent OTR Miles
• Mostly Drop & Hook
• No Forced Dispatch
• Stable Year-Round Freight
Pay:
• Solo: 65 CPM or 30%
• Team: 75 CPM or 35%
• $8,000–$17,000 Weekly Gross
• $2,000 Escrow (10 Weeks)
• 3–4 Weeks Out / 4–6 Days Home
Call Now: (445) 300-7803
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $2,500.00 - $3,500.00 per week
Benefits:
• Fuel card
• Fuel discount
• Paid toll fees
• Passenger ride along program
• Referral program
• Safety equipment provided
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
• Are you a SAP driver ?
Experience:
• truck and trailer: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
• CDL A (Required)
Work Location: On the road
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The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median hourly wage for welders at $28.45 as of January 2026 with time-and-a-half overtime required after 40 hours under FLSA rules. Welders in manufacturing earn an additional $4.20 per hour on average for night shifts. Annual median earnings reach $59,176 for full-time roles.
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