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Semi-Local CDL-A Driver — Average $85,000 a Year

Joliet, IL Posted Nov 4, 2026

  • Local

Pay

$0.61/mi

Earnings
$85,000 per year
Location
Joliet, IL
Route
Local · USA only
License
CDL A
Position
Company driver

About this job

J.B. Hunt is hiring entry-level Class A drivers for semi-local runs out of Joliet, IL, in its Dedicated Contract Services business. You haul freight for one customer and get home often.

Pay

  • Pay follows an activity-based plan, with average annual earnings of $85,000 and $108,000 for the top 10% of earners.
  • Mileage rate listed at $0.610 (the posting says "per year", which looks like a typo for per mile).
  • Extra pay: detention $15 per hour, drop/hook $20 per stop, regional stops $20 per stop, holidays $200 per day, off-account work $300 to $350 per day, safety training $20 per hour.
  • Safety bonuses and incentives may apply. Actual earnings depend on training, endorsements, tenure, equipment and days worked.

Home time

  • Frequent home time on semi-local routes.

Requirements

  • Class A CDL; entry-level drivers are welcome.
  • A conditional offer depends on a criminal background check.

Benefits

  • Paid online orientation.
  • Paid time off that starts accruing on day one, plus six paid holidays and two weeks of paid parental leave.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage after 30 days, plus life insurance, disability coverage and mental health and family planning support.

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