Flex Truck Driver - Class A - Penske Logistics

Penske Logistics is a leading global transportation services provider known for its state-of-the-art logistics solutions, including transportation, warehousing, and freight management. With a solid presence across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia, the company delivers powerful business results by improving supply chain visibility and reducing costs for market-leading companies. Penske Logistics is renowned for its commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction, which has made it a trusted partner for industries worldwide. As a company, Penske values professionalism, growth, and the well-being of its employees, offering various career advancement and training opportunities in a stable and supportive work environment.

This job opportunity is for a full-time Class A CDL Truck Driver position based out of Bolingbrook, Illinois. The role offers an impressive average annual salary of $120,000, supplemented by additional scanning and safety incentives that can total up to $6,200. The driver referral bonus program further enhances earning potential, offering up to $5,000 per successful referral. This position involves regional travel, potentially up to 100%, requiring drivers to operate at various locations as needed.

As a CDL Class A Truck Driver for Penske, you will be responsible for performing multi-stop deliveries of parts and supplies primarily to automotive dealerships. You will operate late-model, Penske-maintained trucks that prioritize driver comfort and safety, equipped with inward and outward-facing in-cab cameras as part of the comprehensive safety measures. The responsibilities extend to unloading trailers using manual pallet jacks, hand trucks, and rolling cages, as well as scanning products as they are unloaded and delivered to ensure accuracy and inventory management.

The schedule varies depending on the work assignment, with dispatch times and locations subject to change. Drivers will travel to their assigned location and work from there for the duration of the assignment. The role demands a high level of alertness and safety awareness given the DOT-regulated nature of the job, and Penske ensures drivers have access to premium equipment and thorough training to support their success.

In addition to competitive pay, Penske offers a robust benefits package from day one, including paid vacation and holidays, generous retirement plans, comprehensive health care coverage that includes medical, dental, and vision, as well as life, AD&D insurance, and both short and long-term disability insurance. Employees receive company-provided uniforms and safety footwear along with access to an employee discount program. Incentive programs like the safety incentive and premier driver recognition program reward outstanding performance, creating a positive and motivating work environment.

Penske looks for experienced and qualified drivers who hold a valid Class A CDL, with at least one year of recent tractor-trailer experience, a clean DMV record, and the ability to comply with federal regulations and safety standards. English proficiency, the ability to work various schedules and locations, and passing background checks and drug screening are mandatory for this role. Physical requirements include the ability to lift and move heavy items frequently and to operate vehicles safely.

Joining Penske means becoming part of a nationwide company that values its people and offers a career where you can continually grow, explore new locations, and be part of a supportive driver community committed to excellence in service delivery. If you are ready to take your truck-driving career to the next level, Penske’s Class A CDL Truck Driver position offers a compelling opportunity to do so with industry-leading compensation and benefits.