Roadrunner Transportation
$58,000 - $88,000OTR, Regional, LTL, Owner-Operator
Moderate Demand
Team Driving Jobs in Illinois
Browse team trucking positions across Illinois with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$64,000 - $98,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Team Trucking in Illinois
Team drivers based in Illinois benefit from the Midwest's central location, allowing coast-to-coast runs with balanced freight in both directions. Major carriers base team operations here due to the geographic advantage. Team driving demand in Illinois is moderate, with carriers offering premium mileage rates and sign-on bonuses for qualified driver pairs.
Top Companies Hiring Team Drivers in IL
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Covenant Transport
$50,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Team, Expedited
CRST International
$48,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Team, Flatbed
Forward Air
$60,000 - $90,000OTR, Regional, LTL, Expedited, Owner-Operator
PAM Transport
$48,000 - $78,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Automotive
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Illinois
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$57,500 - $81,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$62,500 - $88,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$64,500 - $91,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$65,500 - $92,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$66,000 - $93,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$68,000 - $96,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$69,000 - $97,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$72,500 - $102,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$58,500 - $83,000/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$48,000 - $68,000/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$54,500 - $77,000/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$55,000 - $78,000/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$59,500 - $84,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$61,000 - $86,000/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$57,500 - $81,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$47,000 - $66,500/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Team Jobs in Illinois
Chicago
Illinois
Joliet
Illinois
Rockford
Illinois
Springfield
Illinois
Peoria
Illinois
Key Freight Routes in Illinois
1
I-80/I-55 (Joliet intermodal corridor)
2
I-90/I-94 (Chicago metro)
3
I-57 (Chicago to southern IL)
Requirements for Team Driving in IL
- Both drivers must hold valid CDL-A licenses
- 1+ year CDL-A experience for each team member
- Clean MVR for both drivers
- Ability to sleep in a moving truck
- Compatible driving schedules and communication skills
- DOT physical cards for both drivers
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Team Trucking Jobs in Illinois — FAQs
How much do team truck drivers make in Illinois?
Team truck drivers in Illinois earn $64,000 - $98,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Illinois's central location and freight density help drivers maintain consistent miles, which translates to strong annual earnings. Sign-on bonuses are widely advertised in this market, but the amount, the qualifying period and the clawback terms differ by carrier — read the offer letter rather than the recruiting ad, and ask when the money actually lands.
Which carriers hire team drivers in Illinois?
Major carriers with team driving programs recruit in Illinois, including national fleets running expedited and time-sensitive freight. Team positions based in IL typically run coast-to-coast or to specific high-demand corridors. Most carriers offer team-specific sign-on bonuses and assigned late-model trucks with team amenities.
Are trucking companies in Illinois hiring team drivers in 2026?
Yes — team driver demand in Illinois is moderate heading into 2026. The team segment in Illinois is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in IL.