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CDL Driver

Alliance Ground International · Chicago, IL · Full time

Posted Sep 8, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about your experience driving a tractor-trailer with a manual transmission.

What they are checking: Whether they meet the posting's trucking experience requirement with real time behind the wheel.

How do you handle driving in bad weather and loud conditions at the airport?

What they are checking: Whether they are ready to work outside in all weather and noise levels.

Tell me about a time you dealt with a conflict at work.

What they are checking: Whether they can handle conflict calmly, which the posting lists as a requirement.

How do you stay organized when several loads need to move at once?

What they are checking: Whether they can prioritize and multitask in a busy cargo operation.

What would you do

An airline representative is upset that cargo is late. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they stay professional and customer focused under pressure.

You're asked to move a load quickly, but something about the trailer doesn't look right. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they put safety checks ahead of speed.

About the work

How do you safely maneuver a 53-foot trailer around aircraft and ground equipment on a busy ramp?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the extra care needed when driving near aircraft and people.

What does your hazmat endorsement mean for how you handle cargo?

What they are checking: Whether they know placarding, documentation and handling rules for hazardous materials.

What do you know about ramp operations at an airport?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the ramp environment, which the posting asks for.

What do you check during a pre-trip inspection?

What they are checking: Whether they do thorough inspections required for safe commercial driving.

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The full job description

As published by Alliance Ground International.

Job Description: The work of an Airport Driver includes but is not limited to currently holding a CDL-Class A with hazmat endorsements—the ability to drive a tractor-trailer daily to accommodate a busy workload at the airport. Essential Duties and Responsibilities of an Airport Driver - include the following: • Transport cargo via 53’ trailer from various types of aircraft to warehouse or warehouse to aircraft while adhering to strict safety regulations. • Customer service oriented as you will be interacting with airline representatives and staff. • Other duties may be assigned. ​ Minimum Requirements for an Airport Driver: • Must be at least 18 years of age. • Class A License • Minimum 1-2 years Trucking experience with manual transmission • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Excellent knowledge of Ramp Operations • Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills • Leadership ability • Customer focus and quality awareness • Ability to deal with conflict • Must pass a drug test/ background check and be able to obtain airport security clearance. Physical Requirements for an Airport Driver: • Must be able to lift to 70 pounds in confined spaces. • Must be able to stand, lift, bend, push, and pull for extended periods. • Must be willing to work outside in all types of weather and elevated noise levels within the airport environment ​ Schedule of Hours Alliance Ground International operates twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, in three operational shifts; AGI requires its employees to be able to work flexible schedules, which may be adjusted to meet operational demands such as flight delays, cancellations, adhocs, etc. Applicants must be able to work on weekends (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) and holidays. Strict adherence to company attendance policies is expected and enforced. Alliance Ground International is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. AGI is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran $28/hr. -$29/hr. Alliance Ground International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. AGI is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or veteran status.

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