DSV

CDL-A Local LTL Driver | Home Daily | $27-$30/hr | $5K Sign-On & Retention Bonus

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Job Summary

$27 Per Hour

Bensenville, IL

CDL A

Local

2+ Years of CDL Experience

401k

bonus

paid time off

home daily

vision insurance

life insurance

raise

full time

Job Details

Equipment

Tractor Trailer

Handling Type

Touch Freight

Transmission Type

Automatic

Job Requirements

CDL Class

CDL A

CDL Experience

2+ years

Endorsements

H - Hazardous Materials

Full Description

DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Read more at www.dsv.com

Location: Bensenville, IL

Division: Road
Job Posting Title: CDL-A Local LTL Driver
Time Type: Full Time

Summary

Looking for a local CDL-A driving opportunity with competitive hourly pay, a $5,000 Sign-On & Retention Bonus, and the ability to be home every night?

DSV is hiring Local CDL-A Drivers in Bensenville, Illinois, offering $27.00-$30.00 per hour based on experience, plus a $5,000 Sign-On & Retention Bonus for eligible new hires.

Drivers will handle local pickups and deliveries primarily within an approximately 100-mile radius of Bensenville, IL, including occasional trips to the Milwaukee, WI area. This is a home-daily position, allowing drivers to return home every evening. The operation involves live load/unload and occasional drop-and-hook assignments, with primarily no-touch freight.

We're looking for experienced CDL-A drivers with Full Truckload (FTL) experience who are comfortable navigating customer facilities, loading docks, and local delivery routes. LTL experience is preferred, but not required.

This position also supports air export operations, including freight deliveries to airline facilities. A valid Hazmat endorsement is required, and drivers must be able to obtain the necessary TSA Security Threat Assessment (STA) authorization. You do not need to have the STA completed before applying; DSV will coordinate the required screening.

This opportunity brings together competitive hourly pay, primarily no-touch freight, a consistent local driving schedule, and the ability to be home every day, all backed by the stability and opportunities of one of the world's leading transport and logistics companies.

Start Here. Go Anywhere.

Benefits of Driving with DSV

$27.00-$30.00 per hour based on experience
$5,000 Sign-On & Retention Bonus for eligible new hires, paid in accordance with the terms of the bonus program
Home daily - enjoy being home every evening
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, eligible the first of the month following 30 days of employment
Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
401(k) plan with up to 5% company match
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, birthday holiday, floating holidays, and paid holidays
Paid bereavement and jury duty leave
Bi-weekly pay with DailyPay options
$1,000 Employee Referral Bonus Program
Cell phone allowance
Paid orientation with meals provided, plus transportation and lodging when applicable.

Duties & Responsibilities

Safely operate Class A tractor-trailer equipment to perform local pickup and delivery operations within the assigned service area, including occasional trips to the Milwaukee, WI area, while returning home daily.
Transport freight between customer facilities, terminals, distribution centers, airline cargo facilities, and other designated locations.
Perform live load/unload, drop-and-hook, and other freight-handling activities as required, ensuring proper cargo securement and safe transportation.
Safely maneuver and back tractor-trailer equipment at customer locations, loading docks, and yards, including coupling/uncoupling trailers and operating associated equipment.
Conduct required vehicle inspections, maintain equipment in safe operating condition, and promptly report mechanical defects, accidents, incidents, or safety concerns.
Complete required transportation documentation, including electronic logs, shipping documents, delivery records, and Proof of Delivery (POD).
Plan and follow assigned routes while adhering to delivery schedules, customer requirements, traffic conditions, and hours-of-service regulations.
Communicate proactively with dispatch and operations regarding pickups, deliveries, delays, equipment concerns, and service issues.
Provide professional, courteous customer service at pickup and delivery locations.
Support air export operations, including deliveries to airline facilities, while complying with applicable TSA security and facility access requirements.
Transport hazardous materials as assigned, complying with applicable Hazmat regulations and safety requirements.
Maintain compliance with applicable DOT, FMCSA, state, local, and company safety requirements, including drug and alcohol testing.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support transportation operations.

Qualifications & Experience

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.
Valid Hazardous Materials (Hazmat) endorsement required.
Ability to obtain and maintain the required Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Threat Assessment (STA) for air export operations. DSV will coordinate the necessary screening following hire.
Minimum of two (2) years of verified Class A commercial driving experience within the past four (4) years; three (3) or more years preferred.
Full Truckload (FTL) driving experience required.
Less-than-Truckload (LTL) driving experience preferred.
Experience in local pickup and delivery (P&D) operations, multi-stop routing, and urban driving environments preferred.
Meet all applicable DOT driver qualification requirements under FMCSR Part 391, including maintaining a current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate.
Satisfactory motor vehicle record and employment history and ability to meet DSV driver qualification requirements.
Experience with cargo securement, route planning, and navigating varying road, traffic, and weather conditions.
Experience with live load/unload and drop-and-hook operations preferred.
Basic computer, mobile technology, and electronic logging device (ELD) proficiency.

Skills & Competencies

Strong commitment to safe commercial driving practices, DOT/FMCSA compliance, and operational safety.
Knowledge of cargo securement, freight transportation practices, hazardous materials requirements, and applicable transportation regulations.
Ability to safely maneuver and back tractor-trailer equipment in loading docks, customer facilities, yards, and congested locations.
Strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with customers, dispatch, and operations.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail when managing deliveries and completing required documentation.
Ability to work independently, adapt to changing routes and operational needs, and respond effectively to service challenges.
Proficiency with ELDs, GPS, routing applications, mobile devices, and other required transportation technology.
Ability to follow applicable TSA and facility security procedures and maintain required authorizations.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods while operating a motor vehicle and use hands and fingers to operate vehicle controls and electronic equipment. The position also requires climbing, balancing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and walking. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to safely operate assigned vehicles and perform required inspections.

The employee must be physically able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to:

Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds as required.
Safely enter and exit the tractor cab and access trailer areas using steps and handholds.
Couple and uncouple tractor and trailer equipment and operate fifth-wheel release mechanisms.
Raise and lower trailer landing gear and safely open, close, and secure trailer doors.
Perform required vehicle inspections, including inspecting tires, lights, brakes, connections, fluid levels, and other equipment components.
Operate vehicle controls and equipment safely and effectively, including manual transmission and foot controls when applicable to assigned equipment.
Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, and pull as necessary to perform required job duties.
Stand and walk on a variety of surfaces, including pavement, gravel, loading docks, yards, and customer facilities, which may be uneven, wet, or slippery.
Apply tire chains or other equipment when required by weather or road conditions.
Meet all applicable DOT physical