Who We Are & Why We’re Hiring

Odyssey Transport & Warehouse LLC is part of the Odyssey family of companies, delivering trusted transportation and warehousing solutions across the U.S. We specialize in safe, reliable, and efficient trucking operations that ensure our customers’ products reach their destinations on time and damage-free.

Based in vibrant Bensenville, IL, Odyssey is on a journey to constantly innovate logistics. We’re actively recruiting for this key, high-profile role because we have experienced tremendous growth and would love for you to join us!

Location:

This is an on-the-road driving role based out of Bensenville, IL, USA.

Compensation:

Salary range between $50k- 63k annualy ( depending on experience )

Schedule:

• Full-time position averaging 5 days per week
• Must maintain a minimum of 30 hours weekly to qualify for full-time benefits
• Minimum of 240 working days per year expected
• Hours are subject to DOT regulations, maximizing available drive time per week
• Some Saturdays may be required depending on customer needs
• Exceptions include customer production schedules, vacation, national holidays, inclement weather, and illness

About the Job:

As a Class A Driver, you will be responsible for safely operating a tractor-trailer to transport consumer products interstate and intrastate. This role is critical to ensuring timely, damage-free deliveries while maintaining compliance with DOT regulations and Odyssey company policies.

In This Role, You Will:

• Load and unload, or assist with loading/unloading trailers with product
• Transport products between multiple points while following all traffic laws and safety regulations
• Review load assignments, permits, and licenses to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws
• Verify hours of service availability for each trip to ensure on-time delivery
• Properly secure loads in compliance with regulations and company policy; obtain scale tickets when required
• Park equipment in secure, authorized locations per company policy
• Conduct thorough pre-trip, in-transit, and post-trip inspections; monitor securement and product condition
• Perform daily checks on oil, water, fuel, tires, and lights; arrange for service and report issues promptly
• Communicate delays, damage, or securement issues immediately to dispatch and safety
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and delivery documentation in compliance with DOT and company standards
• Operate communication equipment including in-cab eLogs, satellite/dispatch systems, CB radios, and cell phones
• Sleep in the cab of the tractor as required for over-the-road hauls
• Adapt to hauling multiple types of freight; drivers are not dedicated to a single lane or commodity
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications:

We recognize not all applicants have every skill or qualification to match a job description exactly. Odyssey values diverse experiences in other industries, and we encourage everyone who meets most required qualifications to apply. While having “desired” qualifications make for a strong candidate, we encourage applicants with alternative experiences to also apply. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table!

Requirements:

• At least 23 years of age
• Valid CDL (Commercial Driver’s License)
• Minimum 2 years of verifiable over-the-road, interstate, and intrastate tractor-trailer experience
• At least 12 months of flatbed steel hauling experience
• No more than 3 moving violations or 2 minor preventable accidents (or combined total of 4) in the past 3 years
• Must meet all DOT physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening
• No DUI within the past 5 years

Desired:

• Experience with satellite communication devices
• Strong computer literacy
• Cell phone ownership preferred

Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High energy and drive
• Effective oral and written communication
• Commitment to safety and security (SHE&S)
• Team-oriented and collaborative
• Excellent time management skills
• Resourceful, takes initiative
• Punctual and reliable
• Personal accountability and customer focus

Work Environment:

This role involves both indoor and outdoor work, with exposure to:

• Inclement weather (heat, cold, wind, dust)
• Chemicals, fumes, and gases
• Loud noise and moving machinery
• Petroleum products, fire, and electrical hazards
• Confined spaces



Odyssey does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

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