Long-Haul Drivers for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills10%Time Management9%OTR8%Education level
High school diploma or GED57%Bachelor's degree20%Associate's degree18%Years of experience
More than 10 years60%6-10 years30%3-5 years10%Current company
Tyson Foods
Swift
TForce Freight
Time at current job
1-2 years38%2-5 years38%Less than a year13%
Browse Indeed's database of 1,819 profiles for Long-Haul Drivers in Chicago, IL
Last updated: Oct 23, 2026
Long Haul Driver: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $97,049 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $74,059 – $127,176 yearly
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Regional Truck Driver
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLDoubles/Triples EndorsementDOT Physical CertificationAir Brake EndorsementDriver's License+1 moreSkills
LeadershipTime ManagementVehicle SpottingCommunication SkillsOTROrganizational SkillsTruck Driver
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLAEDDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseAir Brake Endorsement+2 moreSkills
OTRLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLift TruckTruck Driver Class A local
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
OTRPassenger EndorsementDOT Physical CertificationAir Brake EndorsementCDL aCrane Certification+2 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipService Technician ExperienceOTR Truck Driver
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLOTRDoubles/Triples EndorsementDriver's LicenseAir Brake Endorsement+6 moreSkills
Host/Hostess ExperienceRear Loader TruckOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsMechanic ExperienceDrivingCity Driver
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementPassenger EndorsementSchool Bus EndorsementCommercial VehicleX EndorsementCommercial Driving+10 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsDrivingCommercial DrivingCommercial VehicleCustomer ServiceLocal driver
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLDoubles/Triples EndorsementDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseCDL C+4 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOTRLeanADPPayroll SystemsPayroll
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What's the average time to fill a long haul driver role?
The average time to fill a long haul driver role is 150 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do long-haul drivers tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a long haul driver include: communication skills, time management and OTR.
What licenses or certifications are common for long-haul drivers?
Common licenses or certifications for long-haul drivers include: Tanker Endorsement, CDL and CDL a.
What are some job titles related to long-haul drivers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to long-haul drivers include: truck driver, OTR truck driver and local driver.
What level of education is common for a long haul driver?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a long haul driver in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a long haul driver?
Most long-haul drivers have 15 years of professional experience.
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