CDL Truck Driver Jobs in South Elgin, 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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Truck Driver

Oswego, IL (22 miles from South Elgin, IL)
1 hour ago

Oswego, IL (22 miles from South Elgin, IL)
1 hour ago

at Roehl Transport in Oswego, Illinois, United States Job Description In our over the road Flatbed Fleet, you'll haul unique freight mostly east of I-35 (though you may have loads that'll take you...

Class A CDL Driver

Genoa, IL (20 miles from South Elgin, IL)
11 hours ago

Genoa, IL (20 miles from South Elgin, IL)
11 hours ago

Class A CDL Semi Grain Hauling Truck Hopper Bottom Driver. Full Time Permanent and Seasonal for Fall Harvest. Seasonal would be full time or evenings or weekends. Farm Tillage Tractor Operator,...

Truck Driver - Local Class A Floater - Penske Logistics

Naperville, IL (17 miles from South Elgin, IL)
18 hours ago

Naperville, IL (17 miles from South Elgin, IL)
18 hours ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Local Class A CDL Truck Drivers Average $75972 annually 2 consecutive days off Local, home daily What you will do: Work at various dedicated accounts and shifts locally...

Class A Cdl Driver Needed

East Dundee, IL (8 miles from South Elgin, IL)
19 hours ago

East Dundee, IL (8 miles from South Elgin, IL)
19 hours ago

CLASS A CDL DRIVER NEEDED - OTR -- ONE TRUCK AVAILABLE -- ****** WE DO NOT TAKE SAP DRIVERS! - DO NOT CONTACT US ****** Thanks for Your interest in Our CDL Class A driving position. We are looking...

Truck Driver Cdl A (Batavia, IL)

Batavia, IL (10 miles from South Elgin, IL)
20 hours ago

Batavia, IL (10 miles from South Elgin, IL)
20 hours ago

TRUCK DRIVER CDL A (CHICAGO, IL) compensation:Starting at $.60mile for BOTH empty and loaded miles. We also pay detention and lay over time*** This is the best pay plan in the industry and we...

1750 Guaranteed Regional Van Hazmat/Tanker Cdl A Truck Driver

Bensenville, IL (19 miles from South Elgin, IL)
20 hours ago

Bensenville, IL (19 miles from South Elgin, IL)
20 hours ago

Speed Freight is Hiring Experienced Class A CDL Drivers! Earn $1750 GUARANTEED per Week! Our regional drivers definitely attain this level of pay. Our Equipment and Benefits: Freightliner...

0.70 Cents Per Mile Hazmat/ Tanker Endorsed Cdl A Drivers Needed

Schaumburg, IL (12 miles from South Elgin, IL)
20 hours ago

Schaumburg, IL (12 miles from South Elgin, IL)
20 hours ago

Looking for an experienced Hazmat/Tanker endorsed CDL A drivers We are a small family owned trucking company that strives to provide quality service and great environment for drivers. We currently...

Class A - Cdl Driver - Otr - 1099

Elk Grove Village, IL (16 miles from South Elgin, IL)
1 day ago

Elk Grove Village, IL (16 miles from South Elgin, IL)
1 day ago

HIRING 1099 DRIVERS Keep More. Drive Smart. Requirements 1 Year of Verifiable CDL Experience Pay Structure 1099 Independent Contractor 60/40 Split after expenses You receive 40% of your trucks net...

Now Hiring Otr, Regional, Lease & O/O Cdl Class A Drivers.

Bolingbrook, IL (23 miles from South Elgin, IL)
3 days ago

Bolingbrook, IL (23 miles from South Elgin, IL)
3 days ago

Solo drivers with Class "A" CDL wanted for Over the Road, REGIONAL, LEASE & OWNER OPERATORS position. Our commitment to safety, providing quality customer service, and showing our driver's we...

CDL B Driver and Warehouse Associate

Geneva, IL (8 miles from South Elgin, IL)
3 days ago

Geneva, IL (8 miles from South Elgin, IL)
3 days ago

Who We Are: Are you ready to join a team where your talent creates lasting change? At Northern Illinois Food Bank, every day is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our...

CDL A Truck Driver Home Daily!

Rolling Meadows, IL (15 miles from South Elgin, IL)
3 days ago

Rolling Meadows, IL (15 miles from South Elgin, IL)
3 days ago

***Apply now at drive10roads.com *** 10 Roads Express is hiring part-time Class A CDL truck drivers to serve our mission of providing reliable service for customers across America....

Urgent need CDL A drivers

Elk Grove Village, IL (16 miles from South Elgin, IL)
3 days ago

Elk Grove Village, IL (16 miles from South Elgin, IL)
3 days ago

Trucking company based in Elk Grove Village IL looking for professional drivers for International Paper account drop and hook loads - OTR position. Pay per mile or 28% commission. They all...

Local driver CDL A for Weekend

River Grove, IL (24 miles from South Elgin, IL)
3 days ago

River Grove, IL (24 miles from South Elgin, IL)
3 days ago

Transportation company is looking for CDL A local driver in River Grove, IL area for weekends. We specialize in LTL, dry van and reefer freight, dock to dock pick up, delivery and rail. We pay $28...

Now Hiring Cdl Class A Drivers. Otr, Regional, Lease & O/O.

Bolingbrook, IL (23 miles from South Elgin, IL)
3 days ago

Bolingbrook, IL (23 miles from South Elgin, IL)
3 days 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...

Local CDL A Truck Driver

Woodridge, IL (22 miles from South Elgin, IL)
4 days ago

Woodridge, IL (22 miles from South Elgin, IL)
4 days ago

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

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Demographic Data for South Elgin, IL

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

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in South Elgin, IL

Local

National

Total Population

24,361

Number of Businesses

590

City Size

Medium

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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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Dot Driver (Cdl) Hazmat Transportation

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

High School or GED

37.4%

Vocational Degree or Certification

23.1%

Bachelor's Degree

16.0%

Associate's Degree

13.4%

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 South Elgin, IL

None

39.3%

1-2 years

31.7%

Less than 1 year

29.0%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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