CDL Class A Driver — Local Grain Hauling

Job overview

The CDL Class A Driver role is onsite in Rochelle, IL, hauling grain locally and returning home daily. Compensation is based on a percentage of load revenue, with rates determined by experience and tenure; no numeric pay amount is specified. Maplehurst Farms seeks to provide dependable service to its customers. The driver safely transports grain and completes loading, inspections, documentation, and equipment-care tasks. The role supports reliable local deliveries while following company procedures and applicable transportation and safety regulations.

What you'll do

• Operate trucks to transport and deliver products
• climb in and out of the truck and trailer
• roll and unroll trailer tarps
• assist with loading and unloading as required
• communicate with logistics and follow load instructions
• adapt to routes and schedules
• monitor traffic and road conditions
• complete pre- and post-trip inspections using a tablet
• report equipment issues
• submit daily load sheets, driver reports, and scale tickets
• keep the truck clean
• follow company policies and DOT, OSHA, drug-testing, and maintenance requirements
• attend safety meetings.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cdl class a driver

local grain hauling

maplehurst farms

rochelle il

manual transmission

tanker endorsement

local routes

home daily

grain transportation

harvest season

weekend hours

11–14 hours per day

percentage of load revenue

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and short-term disability benefits
• paid holidays
• paid time off
• and retirement benefits.

Why this role

Requires a current Class A CDL with manual transmission and a valid medical card. A tanker endorsement is preferred or must be obtained within the first year; agricultural work history is preferred. Harvest season requires extended hours, including weekends, with schedules of up to 14 hours a day, six days per week, and additional Sunday hours.

About the employer

Maplehurst Farms Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Oilseed and Grain Combination Farming. Sector: 11.