Class A CDL Truck Driver — Chicago OTR Division

Job overview

The Class A CDL Truck Driver — Chicago OTR Division role is an onsite, over-the-road driving position for drivers living in the Chicago, IL area and surrounding communities. The posting describes performance-based pay, including average weekly gross of $1,900–$2,400, with peak weeks reaching $2,700 or more; it also reports that consistent drivers earned $115,000–$125,000 in 2025. DSL Express says routes often begin or conclude in the region, offering local drivers home time on nationwide runs. The driver transports no-touch freight in dry van or reefer trailers on over-the-road routes. The role relies on safe, reliable driving and coordination with dispatch, with pay options based on a percentage of line haul or mileage, plus applicable bonuses.

What you'll do

• Drive solo over-the-road routes hauling no-touch freight in dry van or reefer trailers
• use modern electronic logging systems
• coordinate with dispatch
• meet delivery and safety expectations. The posting also describes a team-pay option.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

class a cdl truck driver

otr

chicago il

dsl express

solo driving

no-touch freight

dry van

reefer

performance-based pay

$1,900–$2,400 average weekly gross

nationwide routes

weekly direct deposit

no forced dispatch

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• No forced dispatch
• truck may be taken home during home time with parking support
• fuel cards and EZ-Passes
• weekly direct deposit
• flexible home time
• dedicated lanes may be arranged
• occupational hazard insurance
• monthly safety, delivery performance, and communication bonuses
• bonuses for successful DOT inspections.

Why this role

The posting offers a choice between percentage and mileage pay, no forced dispatch, weekly direct deposit, flexible home time, and modern trucks equipped with fridges and inverters.

About the employer

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