Regional CDL Driver
Company: Cargo Express Freight
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description This driver role is responsible
for driving a tractor trailer intrastate and/or interstate on local
and/or overnight routes to deliver to various shippers and
receivers. All routes are expected to be completed safely in
accordance with all company policies and Department of
Transportation (DOT) regulations. The driver communicates and
interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally
ensuring all services and duties are executed in accordance with
preferred work methods and customer service practices. Perform all
required safety checks (i.e. pre/post trip) including inspections
of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of
Transportation (DOT) regulations; inspect tractor/truck and trailer
to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate
action as needed. Report all safety issues and/or repairs required.
Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and
policies. Immediately report all safety hazards. Inspect trailer
for properly loaded and secured freight. Perform count check of
items and check customer invoices of products that have been
loaded. Check and complete in an accurate and in legible fashion
all required paperwork associated with freight. Drive to and
deliver customer orders according to predetermined route delivery
schedule. Ensure that tractor, trailer and freight are always
appropriately locked and/or secured. Ensure trailer is clean of
trash/debris after each delivery is required. Complete daily record
of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal
DOT, state and company requirements. Perform general housekeeping
duties in tractor, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and
clean as required. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Regional Applicants: Home weekly Requirements Required Experience
3-12 months of commercial driving experience Required
Qualifications High school diploma/GED or state approved equivalent
Valid CDL A Meet all State licensing and/or certification
requirements (where applicable) Must be 21 years of age Clean Motor
Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years Pass post offer drug test and
criminal background check Pass road test Valid current DOT Health
Card and/or able to secure new DOT Health Card Able to communicate
with dispatcher about load update or issue. Must be able to
communicate with mechanics regarding updates or issues with the
tractor or trailer. Preferred Qualifications 1 years of commercial
driving experience Bilingual Hand-held point of delivery scanning
system experience (i.e. POD) Customer service-related work
experience Benefits -Competitive Pay -Health Benefits -Paid
Training -Respected Home Time -$3,000 Sign on bonus -Holiday Pay /
Vacation Pay
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