Operator Trainee Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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How much does an Operator Trainee make in Chicago, IL? The average Operator Trainee salary in Chicago, IL is $69,038 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $61,783 and $76,056. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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CDL A Truck Driver Trainee
Willow Run Foods - BINGHAMTON , NY
Category: Drivers. Posted On: April 07, 2025. We’re Your Local CDL A Training Provider – Ready to Start Your Journey. Earn While You Learn with Paid Training –
- 140 days ago
CDL A Regional Owner Operator Driver
Liedtka Logistics - WILMINGTON , DE
Job Description. CDL A Owner Operator Truck Driver - Home Weekends. Liedtka Logistics has opportunities for Owner Operators to join our growing fleet. We have a
- 11 days ago
CDL A Regional Owner Operator Driver
Liedtka Logistics - BALTIMORE , MD
Job Description. CDL A Owner Operator Truck Driver - Home Weekends. Liedtka Logistics has opportunities for Owner Operators to join our growing fleet. We have a
- 11 days ago
CDL A Regional Owner Operator Driver
Liedtka Logistics - TRENTON , NJ
Job Description. CDL A Owner Operator Truck Driver - Home Weekends. Liedtka Logistics has opportunities for Owner Operators to join our growing fleet. We have a
- 11 days ago
Owner Operator Carhaul Driver, CDL-A
URS Independent Contractor - LOUISVILLE , KY
Job Description. United Road has the industry’s largest carhaul freight network, and we are continuing to grow our Owner Operator fleet. Looking for carhaulers
- 8 days ago
Owner Operator Carhaul Driver, CDL-A
URS Independent Contractor - LAFAYETTE , IN
Job Description. United Road has the industry’s largest carhaul freight network, and we are continuing to grow our Owner Operator fleet. Looking for carhaulers
- 8 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Operator Trainee in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Operator Trainee ranges from $61,783 to $76,056 with the average base salary of $69,038. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $63,850 to $81,656 with the average total cash compensation of $72,296.

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