Straight Truck Jobs in Elmhurst, IL

A Straight Truck, also known as a box truck or a cube van, plays an essential role in the transportation industry. These vehicles are crucial for local deliveries and short hauls, often carrying goods from warehouses to retail outlets, or delivering packages in urban areas. Straight Trucks are typically easier to navigate in congested areas compared to larger tractor-trailers, making them ideal for delivery in densely populated regions. They serve as a vital cog in the supply chain, ensuring the smooth and timely transportation of goods to their final destination.

To operate a Straight Truck, one must possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - specifically a Class B CDL - or a specialized Straight Truck certification. Important skills for this role include the ability to operate and maintain the vehicle, strong spatial awareness for loading and unloading goods, as well as navigation and route planning skills. Prior job roles that can lead to this position may include a delivery driver, a warehouse worker, or a forklift operator, each providing relevant experience in handling goods, understanding delivery procedures, and operating commercial vehicles.

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Flatbed Owner Operator in Aurora, IL

  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

AllTruckJobs is working with CRST, The Transportation Solution to find a qualified OTR Owner Operator in Aurora, Illinois! About The Position CRST Flatbed Solutions is one of the nation's largest...

Dedicated CDL-A Flatbed Drivers - Home Weekly - Avg. $75k/Year

  • Mount Prospect, IL (11 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (11 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

A CDL Acceptable driving record Able to perform the essential functions of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) Meet all DOT qualifications Pass a DOT physical, including DOT drug screen...

Regional CDL-A Flatbed Driver - Home Weekly - Average $1,275/Week

  • Mount Prospect, IL (11 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (11 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

Roehl Transport is Now Hiring Regional CDL-A Flatbed Drivers! Now Hiring Flatbed CDL-A Truck Drivers! Top 50% of Drivers Average $1,470 Weekly - Be Home Every Week (Mostly Weekends) Take Home...

Dedicated Flatbed Truck Driver Chicago, IL

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

Dedicated Flatbed Truck Driver | Chicago, IL $.66 CPM Equip.Type: Flatbed Home Time: Home Bi-Weekly Exp. Level: Experienced (6+ Months OTR) Search 328 Jobs Equipment & Tech

Long-haul OTR flatbed drivers needed

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Few trucks just became available so here is a rare opportunity you have been waiting for. Small open deck trucking company is looking for long-haul OTR drivers to join our team. We have platinum...

Hiring Cdl Class A Otr Flatbed Drivers!

  • Bridgeview, IL (12 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bridgeview, IL (12 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 3 days ago

We are currently looking for dependable and reliable drivers. We are SAP friendly. Passenger/Pet Friendly. We hire all 48 states. Currently positions open Company (pay 30% of the gross **3 weeks...

Company Flatbed Drivers Wanted

  • Willow Springs, IL (12 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Willow Springs, IL (12 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 3 days ago

FLATBED DRIVERS WANTED** **CELEBRATING 10 YEARS IN BUSINESS** Here at McIntosh Trucking we know the sacrifices your family puts in on the home front are just as important as the work you put in...

Owner Operator Flatbed Drivers Wanted

  • Willow Springs, IL (12 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Willow Springs, IL (12 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 3 days ago

FLAT BED OWNER OPERATORS WANTED** *CELEBRATING OUR 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY* *IMMEDIATE HIRE* Here at McIntosh Trucking LLC, we are a family run trucking company that has been in business for 10 years....

CDL A Delivery Truck Driver - Local Route!

  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Driver is responsible for driving a tractor trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight and drive and drop routes for the purpose of delivering...

Hiring Flatbed Truck Drivers 80cpm

  • Naperville, IL (12 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (12 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Over the road position. $50 bonus for each tarp load $100 bonus for straight through runs 80 cents per mile Newer equipment- trucks and trailers Must have a clean record Call Vic 803-371-728 Eight...

CDL-A Flatbed Drivers

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Home Weekly - Regional CDL A Driver Average $1,700 Per Week **Pass-Through Opportunities Available** Annual Gross $98,000 27% of Gross Revenue & 50% of all Stop-Off and Detention Charges Full...

Now Hiring Conestoga Flatbed Drivers $0.80 Cpm!

  • Westchester, IL (3 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Westchester, IL (3 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 days ago

NOW HIRING CONESTOGA FLATBED DRIVERS - $0.80 CPM! Nena Trucking INC image 1 of 4 compensation: 72 cents per mile employment type: job title: Company Driver Join Nena Trucking INC and get the...

CDL-A Flatbed Driver - Earn $46,800-$78,000/Year - 4 Months Experience

  • Glendale Heights, IL (6 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Glendale Heights, IL (6 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 8 days ago

System Transport is Now Hiring Regional CDL-A Flatbed Drivers! Flatbed CDL-A Driver - Most Weekends Off! Earn $46,800 - $78,000 per Year - Full Benefits Now Hiring For: Experienced flatbed CDL-A...

CDL A Local Delivery Truck Driver - Sysco Chicago (R203140)

  • Des Plaines, IL (11 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (11 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 20 days ago

Job Description: Company: US0024 Sysco Chicago, Inc. Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 60016 Travel Percentage: 0 Compensation Range: $10.00 - $48.00 The compensation range provided is in compliance...

CDL A Local Delivery Truck Driver - Greco RFD (Chicago Produce) (R202327)

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Job Description: Company: US1639 Greco RFD (Bellissimo Distribution, LLC) Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 60612 Travel Percentage: 0 Compensation Range: $20,800.00 - $99,840.00 The compensation...

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Salary for Straight Truck Jobs in Elmhurst, 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 Straight Truck positions.



Highest Education Level

Straight Trucks in Elmhurst, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.8%
Associate's Degree
12.0%
Bachelor's Degree
11.1%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Some College
2.6%
Some High School
1.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Straight Trucks in Elmhurst, IL
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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