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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for restart in Chicago, IL is $21.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.40 and $27.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Restart vs Data Entry Clerk?

AspectRestartData Entry Clerk
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical certificationsHigh school diploma; basic computer skills
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, manufacturing, or technical environmentsOffice environments, data centers, or remote work
Industry UsageIT, manufacturing, or technical fieldsAdministrative, healthcare, finance sectors
Common Search IntentUnderstanding technical roles or certificationsLearning about administrative or clerical jobs

Restart typically refers to a technical process or role involving system reboots or technical troubleshooting, often requiring specific certifications. Data Entry Clerk is an administrative role focused on inputting data into systems, requiring basic computer skills. While both may work in office environments, their skills, certifications, and industry applications differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Restart job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,917 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

Eastern Regional Reefer | CDL A Regional Driver

S. Reynolds & Associates, Inc.

Chicago, IL • On-site

$1.4K/wk

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Major Carrier – Eastern Regional Reefer | CDL‑A Regional Driver

Hiring Area: Within 100 miles of ZIPs 60506 (Chicago/Aurora IL), 43125 (Columbus OH), 65801 (Springfield MO) Home Time: Weekly + 34‑hour restart Experience: Trainees accepted; experienced drivers welcome Freight: Dedicated Reefer (no set route)

Position Overview

Regional CDL‑A position running dedicated reefer freight across the Eastern network. Drivers average 2,500 miles/week and ~$1,400/week, with home time once per week plus a 34‑hour restart. Trainees are accepted, and no endorsements are required.

Dedicated reefer fleet approximately 60 different delivery locations no set route.

Pay & Earnings

  • Starting CPM: $0.60
  • Top CPM: $0.70
  • Progression: +$0.01 CPM annually after 25 months
  • Average Weekly Earnings: ~$1,400
  • Average Weekly Miles: ~2,500
  • Stop Pay: $25

Average Weekly Earnings: Approximately $1,400 Pay: $0.60 CPM starting, up to $0.70 CPM Stop Pay: $25.

Schedule & Home Time

  • Home Weekly
  • 34‑hour restart
  • Day & night dispatch
  • Weekend work required
  • Holiday work as needed

Home Time: Once a Week Restart: 34 Hours Weekend work is required.

Freight & Equipment

  • Trailer Type: Reefer
  • Load Types: Live load/unload, drop & hook, preload
  • Favorable Freight: Drop & hook
  • No endorsements required

Trailer Type: Reefer Load Types: Live Load / Live Unload / Preload / Drop & Hook.

Hiring Area

Candidates must live within 100 miles of approved ZIPs:

  • 60506 – Chicago/Aurora, IL
  • 43125 – Columbus, OH
  • 65801 – Springfield, MO

Hiring Radius within 100 miles of the approved hiring ZIP codes.

Requirements

  • CDL‑A
  • Trainees accepted
  • Must be comfortable with reefer operations
  • Must be flexible for day/night dispatch
  • Must be available for weekend work
  • Must understand this fleet has no set route and ~60 delivery locations

Must understand this fleet has no set route approximately 60 different delivery locations.

Selling Points (Use These When Pitching)

  • 2,500 miles/week
  • ~$1,400/week average
  • $0.60–$0.70 CPM pay scale
  • $25 stop pay
  • Home weekly + restart
  • Trainees accepted
  • No endorsements required
  • Large dedicated freight network

The main sell is 2,500 MILES/WEEK + APPROXIMATELY $1,400/WEEK + HOME WEEKLY + TRAINEES ACCEPTED.

Recruiter Notes

  • No set route — freight varies weekly
  • Day/night flexibility required
  • Weekend work required
  • Live load/unload included
  • No bonus or transition pay
  • Verify hiring area before submission

Weekly freight can change weekend work is required hiring-area fields contain conflicting state/city information.