Transportation & Driving

Chemical Transport Driver (CDL A)

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TransForce Inc. 1956 2nd Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201
Job typeOther PostedSep 15, 2026 Apply byOct 15, 2026

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About this position

Job Info

  • Job Location: Rock Island, Illinois
  • Route Type: Regional
  • Type of Assignment: Direct Hire
  • Transmission Type: Automatic

Job Requirements

  • Experience: 2+ years
  • Handling: Light Touch
  • TWIC Card Required

Additional Information

CDL A Tanker Driver – Up to $5,000 Biweekly

Location: Rock Island, Illinois

About the Position

Our client is seeking experienced Regional CDL A Tanker Drivers to haul chemical freight between facilities across a 250- to 500-mile radius. This direct-hire opportunity offers consistent weekday routes, modern automatic equipment, and home time throughout the week with weekends at home.

Pay & Schedule Details
  • Pay: $0.77 per mile
  • On-duty, non-driving pay: $33 per hour
  • Per diem: $30 for nights out
  • Typical earnings: $4,000–$5,000 biweekly
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday
  • Start time: 4:00 a.M.
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Some overnight trips required
  • Home throughout the week and on weekends
  • Anticipated start date: July 7, 2026
Job Details
  • Route type: Regional
  • Freight: Catalyst chemicals
  • Operating area: Approximately 250–500 miles
  • Equipment: Tractor with tanker trailer
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Equipment model year: 2023 or newer
  • Handling: Unload tanker using an air-compressed hose or pump
  • Refrigerators available in trucks
  • No pets or passengers permitted
Key Responsibilities
  • Safely operate tractor-trailer tanker equipment
  • Transport chemical freight to various facilities, including government facilities
  • Unload tankers using a pump or compressed-air hose
  • Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections
  • Maintain accurate paperwork, reports, and required documentation
  • Follow all applicable safety procedures and transportation regulations
Minimum Requirements
  • 2+ years of recent, relevant, and verifiable tanker driving experience
  • Valid Class A CDL with X endorsement
  • Valid TWIC card
  • Clean Motor Vehicle Record with no major traffic violations or preventable accidents in the last 3 years
  • Must meet all DOT and FMCSA requirements
Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off
  • Paid sick leave
  • Holiday pay
  • Funeral pay
  • Driver referral program
Why Work With TransForce

TransForce connects professional CDL drivers with quality career opportunities that offer competitive pay, reliable schedules, and comprehensive benefits. Apply today to take the next step in your regional tanker driving career.

Location and commute

1956 2nd Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201.

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How to apply

Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3063480926.