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CDL-A OTR Dry Van Driver — Avg $2,200–$3,200/Week

Chicago, IL Posted Oct 14, 2026

  • Dry Van
  • Hazmat
  • OTR

Pay

$0.75 - $0.80/mi

Location
Chicago, IL
Equipment
Dry Van, Hazmat
Route
OTR · USA only
License
CDL A
Position
Owner operator
Experience
2+ years

About this job

Solo OTR dry van opportunity hauling general commodity and Hazmat (class 3, 5, 8, 9) freight, based out of an Illinois hub. This is a 1099 position with no deductions taken from your pay.

Pay

  • Regular CDL-A drivers earn $0.75 per mile
  • Drivers with Hazmat endorsement earn $0.80 per mile
  • Weekly earnings typically range from $2,200 to $3,200
  • Posted weekly pay range: $2,400.00 to $3,200.00
  • No deductions

Home time

  • Out on the road for 3-week stretches, followed by 3 days at home
  • Routes avoid the West Coast and Long Island, NY

What you'll haul

  • General commodity freight and Hazmat class 3, 5, 8, 9
  • Equipment: automatic Freightliner Cascadia with fridge, inverter, I-Pass and PikePass
  • Truck governed at 72 MPH, no in-cab cameras, no idle restrictions, no fuel optimizer

Requirements

  • Valid CDL-A
  • Minimum age 25
  • At least 24 months of verifiable, relevant driving experience
  • Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Hazmat endorsement preferred

Benefits

  • DOT clean inspection bonuses of $50, $100 or $200
  • $500 referral bonus for each hired referral
  • Breakdown pay of $100 per day plus hotel costs covered
  • Complimentary flight and transportation to the Illinois hub
  • Fuel card and paid tolls
  • Round-the-clock dispatch support
  • Pets welcome in the truck
  • Safety equipment provided

Hiring process

  • Quick onboarding process
  • You can be on the road within 3 days after passing the required drug test
  • Flight and transportation to get started are provided at no cost

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