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Thompson Family Farm

Truck Driver Class A

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.

$46,870 / year median in Illinois

-20% projected decline

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Job Description

We're hiring a full-time truck driver for our grain farming operation near Colfax, IL. This is a year-round position, not just harvest season — start date no later than September 1.
Responsibilities:
Haul grain, equipment, and inputs between fields, storage, and elevators/terminals Operate semi-trucks safely on rural roads and highways Perform routine pre-trip/post-trip inspections and basic equipment maintenance Work flexible hours during planting and harvest; help with other farm tasks in the off-season as needed
Requirements:
Valid Class A CDL required (Class
A CDL J51
farm exemption also acceptable) Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check Clean driving record Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently Prior ag/farm experience a plus but not required
Details:
Full-time, year-round position Start date: on or before September 1, 2026
Location:
Colfax, IL area (McLean County)
Compensation:
$25-$35 per hour, based on experience.
Pay:
$20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person