Straight Truck Jobs in West Chicago, 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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Local Class B Flatbed Driver

  • Bolingbrook, IL (15 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (15 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Centerline is your one access point to limitless truck driving opportunities. Our job is to connect you with safe, rewarding work at top companies while maintaining your flexibility and work/life...

Flatbed Truck Driver - Home Weekends - Earn $100,000/Year + Benefits

  • Aurora, IL (7 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (7 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Requirements: Valid Class A CDL 3+ months of driving experience preferred No recent DOT-reportable accidents or DUIs Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements Start Driving...

Dry Van, Amazon, Flatbed Drivers Needed Asap, Brand New Eqp

  • Lombard, IL (9 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lombard, IL (9 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Hiring CDL A OTR Drivers Amazon, Dry VAN, Flatbed Based in IL, Hiring Nationwide! ABM TRANS INC is actively hiring experienced CDL A drivers to haul Amazon freight. Office located in Illinois We...

Flatbed Owner Operators wanted - Direct Loads - Low Miles - High Pay

  • Naperville, IL (9 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (9 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Established flatbed company out of La Porte Indiana is looking for owner ops to join our force. We have some direct loads with the biggest US steel companies. We offer shorter runs for higher pay....

Experienced Flatbed Driver Needed

  • Schiller Park, IL (17 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Schiller Park, IL (17 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago

un Experienced Flatbed Driver Needed (Schiller Park) compensation: Pay: $55,836.00- $69,450.00 per year NB TOWING & RECOVERY LLC Be part of the NB Towing & Recovery team! Join our constantly...

CDL A Local Delivery Truck Driver

  • Bartlett, IL (5 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bartlett, IL (5 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Essential Duties and responsibilities Drive company vehicle to deliver food & restaurant items Complete pre-trip/post-trip inspections and maintain vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure that...

Flatbed Truck Drivers 80 cpm + Bonuses - Owner Ops welcome too

  • Joliet, IL (24 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Joliet, IL (24 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 12 days ago

un Flatbed Truck Drivers 80 cpm + Bonuses - Owner Ops welcome too 015 Logistics Inc image 1 of 1 compensation: 80 cpm + Bonuses employment type: job title: Flatbed Truck Driver Looking for guys...

Hiring Cdl Class A Otr Flatbed Drivers!

  • Willowbrook, IL (17 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Willowbrook, IL (17 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 13 days ago

un HIRING CDL CLASS A OTR FLATBED DRIVERS! (Willowbrook, IL) Niki Express Inc compensation: 30% of the gross employment type: job title: Truck Drivers - CDL (Class A) - OTR We are currently...

Delivery Truck Driver / Merchandiser

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (13 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (13 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Ready to deliver smiles? Join NFI, a family-owned leader in logistics with over 90 years of experience. We're hiring local delivery box truck drivers to get food products on store shelves across...

Now Hiring Conestoga Flatbed Drivers $0.80 Cpm!

  • Westchester, IL (16 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Westchester, IL (16 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Join Nena Trucking INC and get the miles, pay, and equipment you deserve! We are looking for multiple Conestoga Flatbed drivers to join our team. NO TARPING REQUIRED What We Offer: $0.80 per mile...

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

  • Des Plaines, IL (19 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (19 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 30+ 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...

Union Delivery Truck Driver - CDL

  • Addison, IL (10 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Addison, IL (10 miles from West Chicago, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description: Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to...

Demographic Data for West Chicago, IL

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Salary for Straight Truck Jobs in West Chicago, 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 West Chicago, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.7%
Associate's Degree
11.9%
Bachelor's Degree
11.2%
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 West Chicago, IL
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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