Competitive Pay Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Service Technician/Machinist

Company: Goulds Pumps IPG LLC

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 01, 2025

Building on centuries of pump design experience, PRO Services provides an array of services focuses on reducing equipment total cost of ownership and increasing…

CDL A Owner Operator Truck Driver

Company: ICD Freight Inc

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 01, 2025

Your choice = 72% of the load + 100% FSC OR a mileage pay program of $1.73* per mile. Competitive pay packages and fuel discounts to keep more money in your…

Tool Room Machinist 1st shift)

Company: Klein Tools

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL

Posted Sep 01, 2025

Fits and assembles parts into complete assembly, using jigs, fixtures, surface plates, surface table, hand tools and power tools. Ability to weld is a plus.

Electrician Mechanical- Future Needs

Company: Metra

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 01, 2025

This position maintains electrical equipment on diesel/electric locomotives, self-propelled coaches and passenger railcars including propulsion systems,…

Sous Chef Needed for Upscale Restaurant in Chicago!

Company: EHS Recruiting Company

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 01, 2025

Ability to balance food/labor costs. $65-$75k + bonus/benefits!*. At least 2 years of CURRENT Sous Chef experience. Good tenure, no job hoppers.

Lease Purchase Truck Driver

Company: Risinger Brothers Transfer, Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 01, 2025

If you pride yourself in being a professional & safe Class-A Truck Driver, you can lease purchase well maintained 2020-2025 Volvo trucks for no money down and…

CDLA Local Truck Drivers

Company: Calhoun Truck Lines

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 01, 2025

HOURLY PAY - $24 -$34 (Overtime after 40 hours) LOCAL RUNS - HOME DAILY! Weekends optional STEADY & STABLE WORK!

Extra Help - Customer Service Representative - Hospital Neonatal Nursing

Company: University of Illinois

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 01, 2025

This includes greeting patients, answering/routing telephone calls, ordering supplies and other administrative/customer service duties.

Executive Chef Needed for Upscale Chicago Suburb Restaurant!

Company: EHS Recruiting Company

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 01, 2025

Ability to balance food/labor costs. Executive Chef Needed for Upscale Chicago Suburb Restaurant! Great opportunities for growth, as well! *.

Maintenance Electrician - Days B

Company: Sherwin-Williams

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 01, 2025

Have at least an industrial, electrical, and/or welding certifications or license. Understands basic electrical and pneumatic diagrams, familiar with 12 VDC to…

CDL-A Owner Operator Local Intermodal Home Daily

Company: PB Industries, Inc

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL

Posted Sep 01, 2025

(1099 Contractors are responsible for their own health, dental, and vision insurance. 1099 Owner Operator truck drivers are also responsible for tax reporting.)…

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges for Competitive Pay roles at different seniority levels?
Junior (0‑2 years) $90k‑$120k, Mid‑level (3‑5 years) $120k‑$160k, Senior (6‑10 years) $160k‑$220k, Lead (10+ years) $220k‑$280k, Principal/Architect $280k‑$350k, and VP/CTO $350k‑$500k+. Regional premiums apply in tech hubs like SF, NYC, and Austin.
What skills and certifications are most valuable for Competitive Pay roles?
Proficiency in Python, Java, or Go; deep knowledge of TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit‑learn for ML; Terraform, Kubernetes, Docker for Cloud; CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab; security frameworks like Zero‑Trust and tools like Splunk. Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer, Certified Ethical Hacker, TensorFlow Developer Certificate, and PMP for project leadership.
Can I work remotely in Competitive Pay positions?
Yes—over 70% of Competitive Pay roles offer full remote or hybrid options. Many companies provide remote‑first policies for software, data, and security roles, while on‑site requirements are rare for Cloud Architecture and DevOps positions that need on‑prem integration. Check the location field in each listing for remote flags.
What career paths can I expect after starting in Competitive Pay roles?
Typical progression goes: Junior Engineer → Mid‑level Engineer → Senior Engineer → Tech Lead → Principal Engineer/Architect → VP/CTO. Each step adds leadership, architecture design, and strategic responsibilities. Lateral moves into product management or data science leadership are also common for high‑pay professionals.
What industry trends are shaping Competitive Pay roles?
Fast‑moving AI/ML model deployment, multi‑cloud strategies, edge AI, data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA), DevSecOps integration, and AI‑driven automation of security and ops. Companies reward professionals who can architect hybrid cloud, implement MLOps pipelines, and secure data pipelines with zero‑trust principles.

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