CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Lombard, 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 - Home Daily - Earn Up to $88,642/Year + Benefits

Des Plaines, IL (13 miles from Lombard, IL)
3 hours ago

Des Plaines, IL (13 miles from Lombard, IL)
3 hours ago

Hub Group is Now Hiring Intermodal CDL-A Drivers in Chicago, IL Earn Up to $88,642 per Year - Multiple Routes Available - No-Touch Freight Top Pay & Benefits: Earn up to $88,642 per year No-tough...

CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver

Chicago, IL (18 miles from Lombard, IL)
4 hours ago

Chicago, IL (18 miles from Lombard, IL)
4 hours ago

CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver Jobs TransAm Trucking is now hiring CDL-A truck drivers for dedicated driving positions! Call us today to start enjoying your driving career with consistent home time,...

Class A Driver Trainer OTR In-Cab - Amherst, WI

Deerfield, IL (21 miles from Lombard, IL)
5 hours ago

Deerfield, IL (21 miles from Lombard, IL)
5 hours ago

Sign On Bonus $5,000 Home Time Equipment Weekly Miles CDL-A In-Cab Instructors - Join the Team at Bison USA! Bison USA is Hiring Full-Time In-Cab Instructors in Amherst, WI! $5,000 Sign-On Bonus!...

Class A CDL Driver Operator

Crest Hill, IL (22 miles from Lombard, IL)
6 hours ago

Crest Hill, IL (22 miles from Lombard, IL)
6 hours ago

High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience; Class A CDL License required; HAZMAT and Tanker Endorsements, preferred....

3 Year Exp. Contract CDL-A Driver - Average $2,700/Weekly + Benefits

Mount Prospect, IL (13 miles from Lombard, IL)
10 hours ago

Mount Prospect, IL (13 miles from Lombard, IL)
10 hours ago

Gabe Trucking is Now Hiring Contract CDL-A Drivers! Contract CDL-A Driver - Average $2,700+ Weekly 70 CPM for Solos - 80 CPM for Teams - $1,000 Referral Bonus (Applicants must have a valid CDL-A...

Seasonal Truck Driver- Ending December 2025

Crestwood, IL (22 miles from Lombard, IL)
11 hours ago

Crestwood, IL (22 miles from Lombard, IL)
11 hours ago

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Class B or higher Commercial Drivers license with air brakes endorsement. 1st Shift 5 am- 5 pm $29.75 per hour Pay Range: $0.00 - $0.00 Bonus Plan Details (if applicable): Rewarding...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Time Options - Start at 59-63 CPM + No-Touch

Cicero, IL (13 miles from Lombard, IL)
11 hours ago

Cicero, IL (13 miles from Lombard, IL)
11 hours ago

Minimum Requirements: Must be at least 21 years old Must have a valid Class A CDL Must have 3 months of recent verifiable tractor-trailer experience No more than 2 moving violations in the last 2 years...

Truck Drivers CDL class A

Bolingbrook, IL (12 miles from Lombard, IL)
11 hours ago

Bolingbrook, IL (12 miles from Lombard, IL)
11 hours ago

CDL Driver needed Owner operators and company drivers We offer for company drivers: .65 cpm all miles paid by odometer 3000+ miles No escrow Detention 1099 direct deposit every Friday Dry Van...

Hiring Cdl-A Drivers Dedicated Lanes Teams & Solo

Chicago, IL (18 miles from Lombard, IL)
11 hours ago

Chicago, IL (18 miles from Lombard, IL)
11 hours ago

CDL-A DRIVERS WANTED | AMAZON & US MAIL DEDICATED LANES | TEAMS & SOLO | 6070 CPM : We offer a variety of DEDICATED lanes with AMAZON & US MAIL. Join a team that values professionalism, low driver...

CDL Class A driver Bolingbrook

Oak Park, IL (11 miles from Lombard, IL)
11 hours ago

Oak Park, IL (11 miles from Lombard, IL)
11 hours ago

' Full time medical, dental, vision after 90 days Saturday through Wednesday Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday Saturday and Sunday are 11AM to 7PM Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday are 3AM...

CDL A Company Drivers - Local Make up to $31 an hour

Chicago, IL (18 miles from Lombard, IL)
11 hours ago

Chicago, IL (18 miles from Lombard, IL)
11 hours ago

CDL Call today - Don't Delay!...

Hiring Flatbed CDL class A drivers

Elgin, IL (14 miles from Lombard, IL)
11 hours ago

Elgin, IL (14 miles from Lombard, IL)
11 hours ago

Hiring CDL class A drivers OTR -Freightliner Cascadia -Flatbed - 30% from gross - Direct deposit every week - Professional Dispatch service -Clean inspection Bonus - Referral bonus We need:...

Truck Driver

Chicago, IL (18 miles from Lombard, IL)
12 hours ago

Chicago, IL (18 miles from Lombard, IL)
12 hours ago

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Class A CDL Drivers Needed Regional Work and Earnings up to $5,000

Itasca, IL (6 miles from Lombard, IL)
12 hours ago

Itasca, IL (6 miles from Lombard, IL)
12 hours ago

Chicago Area to Cincinnati, OH, Delaware, OH, Bluffton, IN! 80% Drop and Hook Apply today! We offer our owner operators: Fuel Cards With Discounts Weekly Settlements with Direct Deposit Complete...

CLASS A CDL REGIONAL & OTR DRIVERS! $2,000-$3,000/WK Average

West Chicago, IL (9 miles from Lombard, IL)
13 hours ago

West Chicago, IL (9 miles from Lombard, IL)
13 hours ago

TKO LOGISTICS IS HIRING CLASS A CDL REGIONAL & OTR DRIVERS!...

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Demographic Data for Lombard, IL

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

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Lombard, IL

Local

National

Total Population

52,794

Number of Businesses

1,908

City Size

Medium

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

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Lombard, 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 Lombard, IL offer the following education background

High School or GED

37.5%

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 Lombard, 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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