Dedicated CDL-A Driver

Job overview

The Dedicated CDL-A Driver is based in Joliet, IL, with a running area covering Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan, Iowa, and Kentucky. Average weekly pay is $1,500–$1,700, and stated annual pay is $75,000–$100,000; a $2,500 sign-on bonus is paid in installments over 180 days. The posting describes a dedicated trucking opportunity with weekly home time. The driver delivers freight directly to stores, unloads box by box using rollers, and completes stops and backhauls. The role supports reliable delivery across the assigned regional route while following safety practices and handling touch freight.

What you'll do

• Drive dedicated routes across the listed states
• deliver freight to stores
• unload box by box using rollers
• complete stops and backhauls
• participate in a two-day paid ride-along
• maintain flexible availability Sunday through Saturday.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cdl-a driver

dedicated route

truck driving

touch freight

store deliveries

joliet il

gaatco

$1,500–$1,700 weekly

$75k–$100k annual

$2,500 sign-on bonus

weekly home time

regional routes

paid vacation

sunday–saturday availability

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• On-site support staff
• paid vacation that increases with years of service
• two-day paid ride-along at $150 per day.

Why this role

Weekly home time with a 34-hour reset, though weekends are not guaranteed; 100% touch freight; additional pay is listed for unloaded trailers, backhauls, and stops; International and Freightliner tractors.

About the employer

GAATCO is hiring for this role. Industry: General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance, Truckload. Sector: 48.