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Flexible / Owner-Operator Trucking Jobs in Illinois

Find truck driver positions in Illinois with flexible / owner-operator home time. Browse job types, expected pay, and top hiring companies in IL.

Home Time

You choose your own schedule

Expected Pay

$150,000 - $300,000+ gross ($60,000 - $120,000 net)

IL CDL-A Avg

$65,800

Flexible / Owner-Operator Jobs in Illinois

Illinois is a strong market for flexible / owner-operator trucking positions. Illinois is the freight capital of North America. Chicago's rail intermodal yards, O'Hare air cargo, and convergence of six major interstates make it the single most important freight hub on the continent. More truck freight originates or terminates in Illinois than any other state. Key industries including Intermodal & rail transfer, Food processing & distribution, Manufacturing & machinery create consistent demand for drivers who want flexible / owner-operator schedules.

Flexible / Owner-Operator Job Types Available in IL

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Independent owner-operator (own authority)
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Leased owner-operator (carrier contract)
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Power-only contractor
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Expedited freight specialist
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Hot shot hauler
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Specialized/oversized hauler (independent)

Companies Offering Flexible / Owner-Operator in Illinois

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Landstar System (agent-based)
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Mercer Transportation
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CH Robinson (brokered loads)
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Total Quality Logistics
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Amazon Relay (power-only)

Freight Corridors in Illinois

I-80/I-55 (Joliet intermodal corridor)
I-90/I-94 (Chicago metro)
I-57 (Chicago to southern IL)

Major Trucking Cities in Illinois

Chicago, IL
Joliet, IL
Rockford, IL
Springfield, IL
Peoria, IL
East St. Louis, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do flexible / owner-operator truck drivers make in Illinois?

Flexible / Owner-Operator truck drivers in Illinois typically earn $150,000 - $300,000+ gross ($60,000 - $120,000 net) annually. The overall CDL-A average in Illinois is $65,800. Pay varies by carrier, freight type, and endorsements.

What flexible / owner-operator trucking jobs are available in Illinois?

Illinois offers flexible / owner-operator positions in Independent owner-operator (own authority), Leased owner-operator (carrier contract), Power-only contractor. The state's key industries (Intermodal & rail transfer and Food processing & distribution) create consistent demand for drivers with this schedule.

Which companies offer flexible / owner-operator schedules in Illinois?

Major carriers offering flexible / owner-operator schedules with operations in Illinois include Landstar System (agent-based), Mercer Transportation, CH Robinson (brokered loads). Check each carrier's website for current openings near Chicago.