Class A CDL Company Driver - 1yr EXP Required - OTR - Flatbed - $85k - $95k per year - Koch Trucking

Class A CDL Company Driver - 1yr EXP Required - OTR - Flatbed - $85k - $95k per year - Koch Trucking

Chicago, United States

Company
Koch Trucking
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
14 hours ago
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Job Description
Hiring CDL-A Truck Driver – Flatbed Division.

About Koch: Koch Trucking has been Family Owned, Driver Focused since 1978. Our dedication to respect, excellence, safety, and innovation has helped us become a full-service transportation and distribution leader. These values have helped us maintain a healthy business environment allowing both our employees and customers to flourish. Furthermore, our Dedicated, OTR, Flatbed, Marine, and Specialized transportation services provide flexibility for our drivers while meeting our customers' unique shipping needs. With these core values as our foundation, Koch Trucking has provided a culture for our employees and services to our customers that are second to none.

Job Description: Koch Trucking is looking to hire CDL-A truck drivers to join our flatbed division. Our flatbed fleet allows you to maximize your earning potential by providing consistent, steady miles hauling oversized flatbed loads. No flatbed experience? No problem, we provide additional training during orientation to ensure you are capable and confident before hitting the road. All candidates must have a valid CDL-A license. Apply online.

Job Highlights:
Average annual earnings: $85K Starting pay: $0.61 - $0.63CPM based on experience Top performer earnings: $95K Home time: Out 10-21 days based on location Hiring bonus: $6,000 Stop pay: $30/stop Securement pay; $25/stop Tarp pay: $50/stop Over dimensional pay: $75-$200 based on miles $400 for any load over 64K $100 for each loaded border crossing for drivers who choose to go to Canada All trucks are 3 years old or newer - average age of truck fleet is 16 months Volvo 860 and Freightliner Cascadias come equipped with: Refrigerators, leather interior, Double curtain wrap, double bunks, built-in inverters and other driver friendly features All expenses paid orientation in a luxury hotel: Roseville, MN and Appling, GA

Koch Benefits:
Paid weekly All trucks are 3 years old or newer PTO package – Start accruing PTO on first day in addition to three floating holidays each year Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance Free iPad with data package to ensure you stay connected with family and friends Pet policy and rider policy 401K with company match 24/7/365 road service assistance $3,000 referral bonus Rolling Strong driver app Free drivers lounge benefits: soap, shampoo, towels, toothbrush, toothpaste, laundry soap, pizza, and sandwiches

Koch Trucking is one of five divisions that make up Koch Companies. Koch Companies offers a full slate of transportation services, including truckload freight hauling, logistics, warehousing, and truck/trailer leasing. Koch Companies has been recognized as:
2024 Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation by the Women in Trucking Assoc. Top 200 Workplace by Minneapolis Star Tribune 2024 Top Food Chain Provider by Food Shippers of America
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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.
Q What work visa is required for foreign nationals to work as truck drivers in the US in 2026?
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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