CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver: Avg $1,700/wk & $2,500 Bonus

CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver: Avg $1,700/wk & $2,500 Bonus

Chicago, United States

Company
U.S. Xpress
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
1.6K–2.2K a week
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Indeed
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Job Description
U.S. Xpress is excited to offer a high-earning dedicated opportunity that gets you home weekly, while hauling everyday family goods across IN, MI, IL, OH, and WI. This role is an excellent match for drivers who appreciate the human-touch side of the job, as you’ll be interacting and working directly with our customers during deliveries. Because this position includes driver unloads, you’ll earn an industry-leading $0.80–$0.86 CPM, ensuring your effort is rewarded on every run. With 24/7 driver support and a tenured operations team in your corner, you’ll always have the backup you need to keep things moving. If you take pride in representing your company well and want to bring home strong, consistent pay, this opportunity delivers exactly that.

Pay:
• $2,500 Sign On Bonus
• $0.80 - $0.86 per mile
• Average $1,600 - $1,800 per week
• Top earners average $2,200 per week
• Earn $80k - $115k+ Annually
• Unload & Backhaul Pay

What We Offer:
• Consistent Miles
• Home Weekly
• 100% Touch Freight
• 24/7 Driver Support
• Paid Vacation

Route:
• Reliable routes delivering to IN, MI, IL, OH, and WI

Equipment:
• Newer Equipment Averaging 36 Months

Benefits:
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance with prescription benefits for employees and dependents
• Paid vacation after 1 year
• 401(k) Match
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Coverage
• Health Care & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 24/7 Driver Support
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Orientation
• Convenient Home-Base Terminals
• Home Weekly with this truck driving job
• Drivers average $97,500/yr!

Qualifications:
• Must have Class A License (CDL A) & 21 years or older.
• Must have 3 months of verifiable experience
• Paid Orientation - upon completion and hired.
• Drivers can earn trip pay based on a calculation of dispatched miles that ranges from $.80 to $.86 cpm depending on route and experience.
• No more than 1 CMV on-road preventable accident in the last 2 years. No major CMV preventable accidents in the last 5 years.
• No more than 2 moving violations in the last 2 years.
• No DUI/DWI within the past 5 years, or 10 years if the offense occurred while holding a CDL.
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical and drug test. No drug related conviction within the past 5 years, or 10 years if the offense occurred while holding a CDL. No positive/refused tests in the past 10 years with CDL-A/CLP.
• SAP drivers are not eligible for hire.
• Bonus payouts subject to qualifications. Ask a recruiter for details.
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Q What is the median annual salary for heavy truck drivers in the United States in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers is $54,320 ($26.12 per hour) based on May 2023 data carrying into 2026. The lowest 10 percent earn less than $37,920 annually, while the highest 10 percent earn more than $80,710. Entry-level positions typically start at $45,000 per year.
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As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the H-2B visa is used for temporary non-agricultural driver positions, with a statutory annual cap of 66,000 visas for FY2026 (33,000 from October 1 to March 31, 33,000 from April 1 to September 30). Employers must obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL before filing Form I-129, with premium processing available for 15 days at $1,685 fee. Visa validity is up to 12 months, extendable to 3 years maximum.
Q What are the minimum eligibility requirements for CDL truck driver jobs in the US?
As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, applicants must be at least 21 years old for interstate driving, 18 for intrastate, and pass a DOT medical exam renewed every 24 months. No prior experience or high school diploma is required, but completion of an Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) program registered with FMCSA since February 7, 2022, is mandatory. Clean driving record and negative drug test are required.
Q What documents and steps are needed to apply for a CDL for driver jobs?
As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, required documents include proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful status, Social Security card, two residency proofs, and medical examiner's certificate. Steps involve passing written knowledge tests ($10-$50 fee), vision screening, and skills tests (pre-trip, basic vehicle control, on-road) after ELDT completion. State DMV issues CDL valid 8 years, renewal fee $40-$75.
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