JOB DETAILS

CDL B Driver - AM Shift (Waukegan)

CompanyJA Frate Inc
LocationWaukegan
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 3, 2026
About The Company
For over 50 years we've handled freight shipping and distribution throughout North America. Headquartered in Northern Illinois, we're central to major markets in Chicago and Wisconsin. No matter the industry, we find solutions for all sorts of challenges. Our quality improvement process and 24/7 LIVE customer service provide you with proactive support every day of the year. From standard less-than-truckload and full/partial truckloads to drayage, white glove, expedited, oversize projects, and more, you can count on having live tracking information and the highest quality service for each and every shipment. Visit thejagroup.com to: • Read industry news at our Driven to Learn blog • View and apply to open career opportunities • Find us at community events
About the Role

Description

JA Frate is a well-established, growing, asset-based transportation and logistics company in the Chicagoland area offering a full suite of services including LTL and FTL touch freight, warehousing, distribution, and freight brokerage. We thrive on delivering flexible, reliable, and cost-effective domestic supply chain solutions to our customers. As a CDL Class B Driver, you will be responsible for safely operating a straight truck transporting goods and materials locally in a safe and timely manner.


We currently have an 8am shift available - this is a full-time position out of our Waukegan terminal. The schedule is Monday through Friday, overtime may be required based on work load. No weekends!


*Candidates will be training at our Crystal Lake home base terminal for the first week (paid mileage)*

  • Safely operate a straight truck with a combined GVW of greater than 26,000 lbs.
  • Be a safe and courteous driver in accordance with JA Frate, CSA, and DOT policies and regulations
  • Delivery and pick-up of customers’ product in a timely and efficient manner
  • Maintain organization of product(s) on truck to prevent injury or damage to self or freight
  • Unload trucks using hand cart or lift gate when necessary
  • Submit neat, legible and complete paperwork daily
  • Daily pre and post trip inspections of vehicle, submit VIR daily

Requirements

  • Valid Class B CDL License
  • Minimum of 2 years experience
  • Minimum 23 years old
  • High School graduate or GED equivalent.
  • No more than 3 moving violations in the past 36 months and no more than 2 moving violations in the past 12 months.
  • Must be able to pass drug screen, DOT physical and Functional Capacity Physical.
  • CDL Hazardous Materials and Tanker endorsement preferred, or be willing to get within 90 days of hire date.
  • Actively participate in our company's commitment to our core values of Customer Focus, Integrity, Team Before Self and Optimism.
Key Skills
CDL Class BStraight truck operationFreight deliveryFreight pickupLogisticsTransportationPre-trip inspectionPost-trip inspectionDocumentationSafety complianceDOT regulationsCSA complianceHazardous materials handlingTanker operationLift gate operationHand cart operation
Categories
TransportationLogisticsTrades
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The driver is responsible for the safe and timely local transport of goods using a straight truck. Duties include performing daily vehicle inspections, managing freight organization, and completing necessary delivery paperwork.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
56
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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