UPS - Chicago, IL CDL Truck Driver Job
Company
UPS - Chicago, IL
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
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Job Description
SLEEPER TEAM CDL TRUCK DRIVER Pay: $8,750 Sign-On Bonus $0.71/mile $30/hour for loading times/delays Weekly Subsistence Pay UPS is hiring individuals to work as full-time Tractor-Trailer Drivers. This position involves driving a tractor-trailer unit as part of a Sleeper team and you must be available to work days, nights as well as weekends. Applicants must pass a DOT physical and successfully pass a UPS road test. Qualified applicants must have a valid commercial driver’s license issued in the state that they live and a doubles endorsement. Tractor-Trailer Drivers are expected to comply with UPS appearance guidelines and wear the company-provided uniform. UPS also requires a copy of your motor vehicle record driver abstract that has been issued within the past 30 days. This job posting includes information about the minimum qualifications (including the UPS Uniform and Personal Appearance Guidelines), locations, shifts, and operations within the locations which may consider my application. An applicant or employee may request an exception or change to, or an accommodation of, any condition of employment (including the UPS Uniform and Personal Appearance Guidelines) because of a sincerely held religious belief or practice. UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Driver Jobs
What is the federal minimum wage and overtime rate for truck drivers in the United States as of 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for drivers is $7.25 per hour in 2026 with overtime required at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours in a workweek for non-exempt employees. Most interstate truck drivers must also follow FMCSA hours-of-service rules limiting driving to 11 hours per day. Employers must pay at least this rate regardless of state variations.
What visa is required for foreign nationals to work as commercial drivers in the United States in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign drivers typically need an H-2B visa for non-agricultural temporary work or a TN visa under USMCA for Canadian or Mexican citizens with a valid CDL. Applicants must have a job offer from a U.S. employer who files Form I-129 and pay the $460 filing fee as of 2026. The visa allows stays up to 3 years with possible extensions.
What are the exact eligibility requirements including age and license for interstate truck driver jobs in 2026?
As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, drivers must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid Class A CDL, and pass a DOT physical exam valid for 24 months. They also need to complete entry-level driver training of at least 30 hours behind the wheel before 2026. No felony convictions in the past 7 years for certain offenses are allowed.
What documents are needed to apply for a commercial driver's license for driver jobs in 2026?
As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, applicants must submit proof of identity with a birth certificate or passport, Social Security number verification, and a valid medical examiner's certificate dated within the last 24 months. They also need to provide proof of residency and pass both knowledge and skills tests at a state DMV. The application fee averages $75 depending on the state.
