Truck Driver - Local Class A - Penske Logistics

Penske

Morton, Tazewell County
CDL A Local home daily
$88,815 - $88,815/yr
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What to Expect

This is a full_time Local position with Penske in Morton, Tazewell County. You will need a CDL Class A license and 3_plus of experience. The position pays $88,815 - $88,815/yr. Home time is listed as home daily.

Job Description

Truck Driver - Local Class A - Penske Logistics ❮ back to last search Penske Morton, Illinois $88,815 per year - estimated ? Full time NEW Apply for this job Description Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Local Class A CDL Truck Drivers • Average $91764 annually • Additional $3000 annual safety bonus • Driver referral bonus program up to $5000 per referral • Local, home daily You will drive: • Late model, Penske Truck Leasing trucks • Best-in-class specs designed for comfort • Equipped with inward and outward-facing in-cab cameras helping to ensure safety for all What you will do: • Driver will deliver palletized groceries to local stores • Pallet breakdowns not required • Home daily Schedule: •Multiple schedules available • 8PM start time Comprehensive benefits package includes: • Paid vacation and holidays day 1 • Generous retirement benefits • Excellent health care coverage-medical, dental, and vision • Short and long-term disability; life and AD&D insurance • Company-provided uniforms and safety footwear • Employee discount benefit program • Driver referral bonus program up to $5000 per referral • Safety incentive program • Premier Driver Recognition Program Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy, healthy, and secure. To learn more visit https://penske.jobs/benefits/ Why Penske? Ready to put your truck-driving career in high gear? Make the shift and fuel your career as a CDL Class A Truck Driver for Penske. When you join Penske, you join a team of professional truck drivers committed to delivering products safely and on time. And we’re proud to haul freight for some of the world’s leading brands. (Yes, we’re more than just the yellow trucks.) But it’s more than that. It’s about incredible customer service and building relationships with your accounts. When you drive for Penske, you’re representing Penske, but you’re also representing your clients. In fact, you’ll probably be driving their branded trucks and wearing their uniform. You’ll be on the move with Penske and so will your career. We have tons of training opportunities for you. And with locations across the nation, you can also move to a new city. Best of all, you’ll be with a stable, nationwide company that is known for having the best equipment, great management, clear communication and a fantastic safety record. We pay every Friday, and for most of our driving positions, you’re home daily. Yes, daily. Are you ready to take it to the next level? Come drive for Penske. Qualifications Qualifications: • Valid Class A CDL required. Applicants must be domiciled in the U.S. and licensed in their state of residence • Currently hold, or ability to obtain, a non-excepted interstate DOT medical card required • 1 year of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last 3 years required, or 2 years of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last 5 years • 3 years DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations or accidents • Follow all federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines • Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job • In order to be compliant with federal law (49 C.F.R. 391.11(b)(2)), this role requires English language proficiency. • Work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required • This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others. Physical Requirements: The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • The associate must be able to see and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. • While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg. • The associate must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter/exit the vehicle as well as the rear cargo area. Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply for this job Stats for this job Salary comparison: This job National average Logistics & Warehouse Jobs average Illinois average Salaries The number of jobs in each salary range for all: Receive similar jobs by email Create alert By creating an alert, you agree to our T&Cs and Privacy Notice, and Cookie Use. Similar jobs Truck Driver - Local Class A - Penske Logistics ESTIMATED: $87,253 per year ? Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P. Morton, Illinois, 61550 Local Class A CDL Driver ESTIMATED: $81,409 per year ? 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Requirements

  • CDL Class A license
  • 3_plus of driving experience
  • Clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
  • At least 21 years old (interstate)
  • Valid DOT physical card

About Local Trucking

Local trucking jobs operate within a 100-to-200-mile radius, allowing drivers to be home every night. These positions often involve multiple stops per day, including deliveries to stores, warehouses, or construction sites. Local driving is an excellent fit for those who value work-life balance, and demand for local CDL drivers continues to grow as e-commerce expands.

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A Day in the Life

A typical day as a local driver starts at the company yard, where you do a pre-trip inspection and pick up your load or delivery manifest. You make several stops within the metro area or surrounding communities, handling pickups and drop-offs at loading docks, stores, and customer sites. The work is fast-paced with plenty of backing and maneuvering, but the trade-off is being home every night with weekends off.

Pros & Cons of Local Driving

Pros

  • + Home every night with weekends typically off
  • + No need to live in a sleeper cab
  • + Consistent daily routine and work-life balance
  • + Health benefits from regular meals and sleep schedule
  • + Growing demand from e-commerce and last-mile delivery

Cons

  • Lower per-mile pay compared to OTR and regional
  • More physical work with frequent loading and unloading
  • Heavy city traffic and tight dock maneuvering
  • Early morning start times (often 3 AM to 5 AM)
  • Higher number of stops per day means more paperwork

Career Path

1

CDL Training & Helper Routes

Get your CDL and start on local helper routes or ride-along positions to learn city driving.

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2

Solo Local Driver

Run your own local route with regular stops, building relationships with customers and dispatchers.

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3

Senior Driver or Spotter

Take on premium routes, yard jockey roles, or become a lead driver for your terminal.

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4

Dispatcher or Terminal Manager

Transition into dispatch, safety management, or terminal operations using your driving expertise.

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Trucking in Illinois

Chicago is one of the largest intermodal freight hubs in North America, creating massive driver demand.

Average driver salary in Illinois: $52,000 - $76,000/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does this local job pay?

This position pays $88,815 - $88,815/yr. Actual pay may vary based on experience, endorsements, and miles driven.

What CDL class do I need for this job?

This position requires a CDL Class A license. Class A allows you to operate combination vehicles over 26,001 lbs GVWR.

What is the home time for this position?

The home time for this position is listed as home daily. Actual home time may vary based on route assignments and freight availability.

What is the trucking job market like in Illinois?

Chicago is one of the largest intermodal freight hubs in North America, creating massive driver demand. The average truck driver salary in Illinois ranges from $52,000 - $76,000 per year.

Last updated: June 2, 2026

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