CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Cortland, IL

A CDL (Commercial Driver's License) Truck Driver plays a critical role in the transportation industry by ensuring the safe and timely delivery of goods. Their tasks include planning routes, inspecting vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, and complying with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking, and break periods). It is their responsibility to manage loads, keep logs of their activities, report any incidents or issues encountered, and maintain a professional and customer-focused attitude. CDL Truck Drivers are key links in the supply chain, as they facilitate the movement of goods from manufacturers to consumers, impacting sectors such as retail, food services, and manufacturing.

Prior to becoming a CDL Truck Driver, an individual might have held roles such as a delivery driver, warehouse worker, or freight handler. These positions provide the necessary experience in handling goods, understanding delivery protocols, and operating within the logistics sector. In addition to prior experience, a CDL Truck Driver must possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and often undergo further specialized training depending on the type of materials they transport. Essential skills for this role include a solid understanding of road safety, excellent time management to ensure timely deliveries, mechanical knowledge to perform basic vehicle maintenance, and physical stamina to manage long hours on the road.

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Now Hiring Otr Cdl Class A Drivers.

  • Cherry Valley, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Cherry Valley, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Solo drivers with Class "A" CDL wanted for Over the Road or REGIONAL. Our commitment to safety, providing quality customer service, and showing our driver's we respect and appreciate them, is our...

CDL Truck Driver

  • Cherry Valley, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Cherry Valley, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

CDL Truck Driver Company: Roehl Transport Location: Cherry Valley, IL Date Posted: 7/10/25, 3:15 AM You'll have predictable and consistent home time with a set schedule in our national Van 7/7 HOMEtime...

Dry Van Regional CDL Truck Driver

  • Geneva, IL (18 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Geneva, IL (18 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

About the Job Ruan is hiring Class A CDL regional delivery truck drivers to haul batteries in 53' dry vans for our dedicated national customer based in Geneva, IL. Regional store delivery drivers...

Truck Driver CDL A Home Daily in North Aurora, IL

  • North Aurora, IL (19 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Aurora, IL (19 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position Description Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us at Ryder in North Aurora, IL!...

Local CDL A Truck Driver

  • Aurora, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Aurora, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position Details: Monday- Friday Schedule, Dispatch between 3am-5am. Home Daily Daily Guarantee plus Commission pay. Earning potential up to $90,000 per year We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay...

Otr Class A Cdl Truck Driver

  • Dundee, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dundee, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago

OTR CDL-A Drivers Company & Owner-Operator Positions (All Miles Paid!) Looking for a trucking company that keeps you moving and treats you right? We operate in 48 states (primarily running east of...

CDL Truck Driver Home Daily

  • Dekalb, IL (2 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dekalb, IL (2 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Requisition Number: 26613 When you work for AmeriGas, you become a part of something BIG! Founded in 1959, AmeriGas is the nations premier propane company, serving over 1.5 million residential,...

Truck Driver CDL A Home Daily

  • North Aurora, IL (19 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Aurora, IL (19 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us at Ryder in North Aurora, IL! For more Details Call Donneva or Text "North Aurora" to ......

Non CDL Delivery Driver

  • Aurora, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Aurora, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation $21-23 per hour depending on experience Required Qualifications High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience 6 - 12 months commercial driving experience Valid non-commercial driver's...

Local CDL A Truck Driver

  • Montgomery, IL (22 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montgomery, IL (22 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications Valid Commercial Driver's License Class A Proven experience as a class A CDL driver with a satisfactory MVR driving record....

CDL A Truck Driver

  • Montgomery, IL (22 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Montgomery, IL (22 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Position Details: Schedule: Wed-Sat 4-day work week Home Daily Daily Guarantee plus Commission pay. Earning potential up to $90,000 per year We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits,...

Now Hiring Company Truck Drivers Top Pay $0.70 Cpm! Home Weekly

  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Elgin, IL B-BAM Logistics is now hiring professional, experienced drivers for regional and OTR runs! Were a family-oriented company where no one is treated like a number. If you want...

Dry Van Regional CDL Truck Driver $31 per Hour Avg $100,000 / Year

  • Geneva, IL (18 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Geneva, IL (18 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Ruan is hiring Class A CDL regional delivery truck drivers to haul batteries in 53 dry vans for our dedicated national customer based in Geneva, IL. Regional store delivery drivers will deliver...

Truck Driver - Local Class A - Penske Logistics

  • West Chicago, IL (24 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Chicago, IL (24 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Local Class A CDL Truck Drivers $28.00 per hour Overtime after 40 hours Local, home daily No touch freight You will drive: Late model, Penske Truck Leasing trucks...

Truck Driver - Home Weekly - Dairyland Fleet

  • Dekalb, IL (2 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dekalb, IL (2 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 2 days ago

at Roehl Transport in Dekalb, Illinois, United States Job Description Get our Dynamic Pay Plan that better rewards you for your time & performance! You'll haul temperature-controlled freight...

Demographic Data for Cortland, IL

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Cortland, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTransportation research efforts.
Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CDL Truck Driver positions.

Highest Education Level

CDL Truck Drivers in Cortland, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
16.0%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Master's Degree
4.5%
Some College
3.7%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CDL Truck Drivers in Cortland, IL
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a CDL Truck Driver position

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