Home Daily CDL-A Driver - Intermodal - Chicago, IL

Home Daily CDL-A Driver
- Intermodal
- Chicago, IL

We are hiring Class A CDL Drivers for a local intermodal position based in Indianapolis, IN.

This role offers
daily home time , consistent freight, and steady routes between Indianapolis and Chicago , along with additional local runs within a 100–200 mile radius.

Drivers will operate day cab equipment in a slip seat operation , returning to the terminal daily.

• Run dedicated lanes between Indianapolis Chicago (daily turns)
• Complete additional local deliveries within the surrounding area
• Handle a mix of drop & hook (75%) and live load/unload freight
• Average ~17 loads per week with consistent miles
• Operate safely during afternoon and nighttime driving hours

• Average Annual Pay: $72,000 – $80,000
• Mileage Pay: $0.50 – $0.57 CPM

Additional Pay:

• $25 – Drop & hook (customer)
• $15 – Out-of-route / crosstown moves
• $20/hour – Detention (after 1.5 hours)
• $20/hour – Training pay

Sign-On Bonus:

• Must meet eligibility requirements and remain active in position

• Days off:
  Sunday & Monday
• Start time: 3:00 PM (afternoon into night shift)

• Slip seat operation (truck remains at terminal)

Truck Policy:

• No passengers
• No take-home trucks

• Valid Class A CDL
• Minimum 3 months of CDL-A experience
• Hazmat endorsement required within 60 days (cost reimbursed)
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening
• Must be comfortable with local, high-frequency routes and night driving
• PTO accrues starting Day 1
• Paid time off + holidays:
• Year 1: 18 days (12 PTO + 6 holidays)
• Increases with tenure (up to 32 days)
• Medical, dental, and vision (after 30 days)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid online orientation
• Life insurance & disability coverage
• Parental leave & family planning benefits

Indianapolis Terminal
Drivers report daily for dispatch