CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Highwood, 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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CDL-A Truck Driver - Multiple Routes - Start Up to 75 CPM Base + PTO

Waukegan, IL (11 miles from Highwood, IL)
2 hours ago

Waukegan, IL (11 miles from Highwood, IL)
2 hours ago

Paschall Truck Lines is now hiring CDL-A Solo and Team Drivers CDL-A Solos Start up to $0.60 CPM Base! - Teams Start up to $0.75 CPM Base PTL - 85 years in business and growing. Veteran...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekly - Earn Up to $80k/Year + Benefits

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Highwood, IL)
2 hours ago

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Highwood, IL)
2 hours ago

Western Express is Now Hiring Entry Level CDL-A Drivers Recent Grads Make up to $80K in your First Year! - NO Experience Required - Weekly Home-Time* A valid CDL-A is required for this position!...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekly - Earn Up to $100,000/Year + Benefits

Mount Prospect, IL (11 miles from Highwood, IL)
2 hours ago

Mount Prospect, IL (11 miles from Highwood, IL)
2 hours ago

Dollar General is currently hiring touch freight Class A CDL Truck Drivers for regional routes with paid unloading....

Hiring Cdl-A Drivers Dedicated Lanes Dry Van $2000+/Week

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Highwood, IL)
2 hours ago

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Highwood, IL)
2 hours ago

We are a well-established trucking company based in the Chicago area, and we're expanding our team of professional OTR drivers! What We Offer: Dedicated Lanes / Drop&Hook / Live Loads Consistent...

Elite Truck Driver - Class A - Penske Logistics

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

Hazmat, doubles/triples experience highly preferred....

HOME EVERY NIGHT-Class A CDL Local Owner Operator

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

Apply now: We have work to keep you busy 5+ days/week. Monday-Friday, with optional weekend work available. Local intermodal runs--most are 100-120 miles from yards, if not shorter. Primarily 53...

Cdl A Drivers - $0 Down & Free Trailer - Lease Purchase Program

Park Ridge, IL (13 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

Park Ridge, IL (13 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

TRUCK DRIVERS For the rest of this month, we are presenting you our latest deal: $0 Down Payment! Free Trailer! No Escrow! One-Day Orientation! But that's not all, we are also giving: Referral...

OTR Semi Truck drivers needed SAP FIRENDLY

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

OTR*** SOLO/TEAM DRIVERS WANTED **** *SAP FRIENDLY* No touch freight, dry van only 53' Company and leasing drivers options available -All miles are paid the same all empty and loaded -Safety...

Experienced Reefer Driver CDL A Wanted -O/O Rental Program

Elk Grove Village, IL (16 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

Elk Grove Village, IL (16 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

HIRING AN EXPERIENCE-HARD WORKING CDL A DRIVER FOR REEFER. MUST BE AVAILABLE TO START. GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR CHICAGO AREA DRIVERS. What We Offer: - RENTAL PROGRAM 75% or 90% FROM THE GROSS., AVRG....

CLASS "A" CDL INTERMODAL Owner Ops Needed / Home Nightly / Free Plate Program

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

Metro Intermodal - A MEDLOG Company. We are busy and getting busier, and we have immediate openings for SAFE, professional, and dependable Class A owner-operators and Class A drivers who know the...

Local Cdl A Driver Home Every Night

Round Lake Park, IL (17 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

Round Lake Park, IL (17 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

Dennel Cartage Details: Full time Daytime hours (5/6 am -2/3 pm) Monday- Friday 53 foot dry vans, no touch freight, no ELD Routes stay within 100 miles, Chicago to Milwaukee, trucks pull out of...

CDL Class A Drivers OTR 0.70 CPM

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

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Cdl A Drivers Needed

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

Chicago, IL (22 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

Working for Royal3 Inc. you can rent new trucks under amazing conditions! We are based in Chicago, but we run 48 states. NEW OFFICE in Fort Lauderdale! We are offering: 1) Rent starting from $900...

Local Class A Cdl Driver

Des Plaines, IL (11 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

Des Plaines, IL (11 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

We are looking for a 1st shift Class A CDL driver looking to fill ASAP Monday - Friday 40HRS Guaranteed Most of our driver work 50+ hrs a week Weekend hours available with higher pay Must have:...

Up To $2,500 Weekly - CDL Class A Drivers Wanted

Des Plaines, IL (11 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

Des Plaines, IL (11 miles from Highwood, IL)
3 hours ago

JUMP INTO A BRAND-NEW VOLVO VNL 860 2025!! Equipped with a Microwave, Smart TV, APU, fridge, and all the comforts you need on the road. Paired with industry-leading pay: $0.65, this is your chance...

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Demographic Data for Highwood, IL

Moving to Highwood, IL? Find some basic demographic data about Highwood, IL below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Highwood, IL

Local

National

Total Population

5,102

Number of Businesses

158

City Size

Medium/Sm

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How to Get Your Class A CDL and Become a Truck Driver

Trucking can offer you many opportunities to earn a great living and have some adventure in the process. It can also even lead to you owing your own successful trucking business - if that is...

How To Become a Truck Driver

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Highwood, 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 Highwood, 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 Highwood, IL

None

39.3%

1-2 years

31.7%

Less than 1 year

29.0%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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