CDL-A Intermodal Truck Driver (JB Hunt - Chicago, IL)
Company
LeadZLoco
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
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Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking a dependable CDL-A truck driver for JB Hunt, based in Chicago, IL.
Primary Responsibilities
• Route / Lane: Intermodal 1 Joliet, IL
• Details: Position Info | Position Type: Regional | Full Time | CDL Class A | Minimum Experience: 3 months
• Freight Type: No Touch Freight
Requirements & Qualifications
• Valid CDL Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A)
• Experience: 3 Months
Compensation & Schedule
• Pay: $1654 Weekly Average
• Home Time: Weekly 48 hour reset Freight Handling: Approximately 75% drop and hook and 25% live load or unload Equipment: Automatic Freightliner and International mid roof conventional tractors Position Duties Haul freight on intermodal chassis and containers
• Freight: No Touch Freight
Benefits
• Company Benefits & Info
• PTO accrues from day one
• 401(k) with company match
• Eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage after just 30 days
• Access to life insurance options
• Access to mental health and disability benefits
• Orientation
• Direct To Work Orientation Breakdown
• Orientation Information - https://www.jbhunt.com/jobs/driver/orientation/company\_driver/
• Drivers can schedule screenings and complete the online training based on their availability while still maintaining their regular routine. Once orientation is completed, drivers go directly to their work location for onboarding and account-specific training. Getting started:
• I. Benefits include:
• No travel to a JB Hunt terminal for orientation.
We are seeking a dependable CDL-A truck driver for JB Hunt, based in Chicago, IL.
Primary Responsibilities
• Route / Lane: Intermodal 1 Joliet, IL
• Details: Position Info | Position Type: Regional | Full Time | CDL Class A | Minimum Experience: 3 months
• Freight Type: No Touch Freight
Requirements & Qualifications
• Valid CDL Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A)
• Experience: 3 Months
Compensation & Schedule
• Pay: $1654 Weekly Average
• Home Time: Weekly 48 hour reset Freight Handling: Approximately 75% drop and hook and 25% live load or unload Equipment: Automatic Freightliner and International mid roof conventional tractors Position Duties Haul freight on intermodal chassis and containers
• Freight: No Touch Freight
Benefits
• Company Benefits & Info
• PTO accrues from day one
• 401(k) with company match
• Eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage after just 30 days
• Access to life insurance options
• Access to mental health and disability benefits
• Orientation
• Direct To Work Orientation Breakdown
• Orientation Information - https://www.jbhunt.com/jobs/driver/orientation/company\_driver/
• Drivers can schedule screenings and complete the online training based on their availability while still maintaining their regular routine. Once orientation is completed, drivers go directly to their work location for onboarding and account-specific training. Getting started:
• I. Benefits include:
• No travel to a JB Hunt terminal for orientation.
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.
