Commercial Driver's License Driver

Prairie Materials in Chicagoland is looking to hire full-time CDL Truck Driver to deliver concrete to our customers. Are you passionate about truck driving and committed to safety? Do you want to work as a CDL truck driver and still be able to go home every night? If so, please read on!

This full-time driving position earns a competitive wage of $34.40-$40.30 per hour, depending on location/local. Employees receive a pay increase every 6 months. After 18 months of employment, CDL Truck Drivers earn a competitive wage of $43.00-$50.638 per hour. We provide excellent benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, employee discounts, 401(k), and a pension plan. If this sounds like the right truck driving opportunity in the construction industry for you, apply today!

ABOUT PRAIRIE MATERIALS

Founded in 1948, Prairie Materials operates a network of ready-mix concrete plants and aggregate facilities throughout Illinois and Indiana. As an industry leader, and a proud subsidiary of VCNA, we remain at the forefront of innovation and excellence in the construction industry. Prairie delivers quality materials that shape communities and drive progress.

We value our employees who help us continue to bring quality products to our customers. In addition to excellent benefits and perks, we offer a supportive work environment!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CDL TRUCK DRIVER

As a CDL Truck Driver, you drive a ready-mix truck to deliver concrete to the construction job sites of customers. Daily, you interact with customers on job sites during each pour. You keep great communication with the dispatcher in the case of scheduling issues such as traffic, slower than expected placement, difficult access or egress, or accidents. Committed to safety compliance, you always follow our policies and procedures. You enjoy helping our customers get their deliveries on time and ensuring they have a stress-free experience!

QUALIFICATIONS

• Class A or B CDL with an airbrake endorsement and without license restrictions
• Minimal experience driving a commercial vehicle
• Experience with a manual transmission commercial vehicle
• 3 or fewer moving violations within 2 years
• Ability to lift 50-100 lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders

A non-excepted interstate CDL classification is preferred but not required. Are you responsible and reliable? Do you have patience while driving? Are you self-disciplined? Can you work independently? If yes, you might just be perfect for this full- or part-time truck driving position in the construction industry!

WORK SCHEDULE

This full-time position works Monday - Friday and may work overtime and on weekends. As a CDL Truck Driver, you are available to work 6 days a week.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this full-time or part-time truck driving job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

LOCATIONS:

• Yard #1 - 7601 W 79th St, Bridgeview, IL 60455
• Yard #5 - 9100 S Green St, Chicago, IL 60620
• Yard #​6 - 1409 Joliet Rd, Romeoville, IL 60441
• Yard #7​- 3250 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
• Yard #​​8- 385 E Touhy Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018​
• Yard #14 - 1765 Armitage Ct, Addison, IL 60101
• Yard #15 - 1220 171st St, Hazel Crest, IL 60429
• Yard #19 - 560 Rock Rd Dr, East Dundee, IL 60118
• Yard #​​21 - 2900 Old Willow Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062
• Yard #24 - 1200 N Butterfield Rd, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
• Yard #32 - 835 N Peoria St, Chicago, IL 60642
• Yard #33 - 3300 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
• Yard #130 - 402 NE Frontage Rd, Shorewood, IL 60404
• Yard #135 - 1271 S River St, Batavia, IL 60510

Pay: $34.40 - $40.30 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Union benefits
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to drive a manual, commercial vehicle? If so, when is the last time you drove one and for how long?
• Do you have any restrictions on your CDL?
• Please confirm you understand this position is seasonal and hours vary week to week

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Commercial driving: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CDL (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $34 - $40