README.md

Decatur Job Detail Scraper

Introduction

The Decatur Job Detail Scraper is an automated tool designed to extract detailed job listings from Craigslist. It provides comprehensive data on job postings, including location, compensation, and company information, making it invaluable for market research, competitive analysis, and business intelligence.

Features

• Automated Data Extraction: Seamlessly scrape job details from Craigslist.
• High-Quality Data: Reliable and accurate job listing information.
• Customizable Inputs: Flexible start URLs to target specific job listings.
• Comprehensive Output: Detailed fields including location, compensation, and company details.
• User-Friendly Interface: Easy setup and execution on the Apify platform.

Input Parameters

Parameter	Type	Required	Description	Example
startUrls	array	Yes	URLs to start with for scraping job details.	[{"url": "https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/bus/d/chicago-automotive-service-advisor-shop/7941258509.html"}]

Example Usage

Input JSON

{
  "startUrls": [
    {
      "url": "https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/bus/d/chicago-automotive-service-advisor-shop/7941258509.html"
    }
  ]
}

Output JSON

[
  {
    "url": "https://www.craigslist.org/view/d/chicago-regional-cdl-drivers-87-cpm/4jLdQDiYqKHaZS1Rgn5UfF",
    "title": "\ud83d\udcb2Regional CDL-A Drivers | 87 CPM | Home weekly\ud83d\udcb2",
    "price": null,
    "currency": null,
    "location": "Chicago, IL",
    "description": "🧲Sargent Logistics is hiring Regional CDL-A Driver - 550 miles around Chicago, IL WE PAY: 💰Premium Pay Rate for Regional Drivers - 87 CPM 🔥Take home $2000 a week 💰all miles are paid, including detention, layover and $50 for extra stop 💲Safety + Referral bonus ❌NO ESCROW 💸1099 If you believe you have what it takes to hit our metrics, we will start you at the Premium Pay Rate on day one. To maintain your Premium Pay Rate, you must meet the following weekly benchmarks: Safety, Dependability, Punctuality, Fuel efficiency, Idle Time and Policy Compliance. WE OFFER: 🏡Weekly home (34hr reset) 🛣️2300-2500 miles a week - 3 shot round trips a week 550 miles around Chicago, IL 💯Freight: 100% No Touch – Dry Van 🪝Drop & hook at Chicago Terminal and live pick-up and deliveries on the East Coast 🚛Equipment: newer models of Freightliners (automatic + APU + inverter + fridge) 🐕Pet friendly 🌴Benefits: Paid vacation REQUIREMENTS: ✅Valid CDL A license ✅2+ yrs experience 📍Terminal Location: Chicago, IL 60632 📞Call Today: 630-716-3663 💻Quick Apply: https://dashboard.getdoublenickel.com/short-form/x0d6puv34",
    "images": [
      "https://images.craigslist.org/00C0C_jH0gNikhvfV_0mr0t2_600x450.jpg"
    ],
    "postId": "7947043064",
    "postedAt": "2026-07-13T20:40:03-0500",
    "updatedAt": "2026-07-13T20:40:03-0500",
    "employmentType": "full-time",
    "compensationType": null,
    "companyName": "Sargent Logistics",
    "compensation": "87 CPM",
    "latitude": 41.8093,
    "longitude": -87.7052,
    "validThrough": "2026-08-12",
    "hiringOrganization": {
      "name": "Sargent Logistics"
    },
    "jobLocation": {
      "addressLocality": "Chicago",
      "addressCountry": "US",
      "postalCode": "60632",
      "addressRegion": "IL",
      "streetAddress": "4108 West 52 Street",
      "latitude": "41.809300",
      "longitude": "-87.705200"
    }
  }
]

Use Cases

• Market Research and Analysis: Gain insights into job market trends.
• Competitive Intelligence: Monitor competitors' hiring strategies.
• Price Monitoring: Track compensation rates across industries.
• Content Aggregation: Compile job listings for newsletters or reports.
• Academic Research: Analyze employment patterns and economic indicators.
• Business Automation: Streamline recruitment processes.

Installation and Usage

1. Search for "Decatur Job Detail Scraper" in the Apify Store.
2. Click "Try for free" or "Run".
3. Configure input parameters with desired start URLs.
4. Click "Start" to begin extraction.
5. Monitor progress in the log.
6. Export results in your preferred format (JSON, CSV, Excel).

Output Format

The output is a JSON array of job listings, each containing:

• url: The URL of the job listing.
• title: The title of the job posting.
• location: Job location details.
• description: Detailed job description.
• images: List of image URLs related to the job.
• postId, postedAt, updatedAt: Metadata about the post.
• employmentType, compensationType: Employment and compensation details.
• companyName, compensation: Company name and offered compensation.
• latitude, longitude: Geographical coordinates.
• validThrough: Expiry date of the job listing.
• hiringOrganization: Details about the hiring organization.
• jobLocation: Comprehensive location information.

Error Handling

The scraper is designed to handle common errors such as network issues and invalid URLs. If an error occurs, it will be logged in the Apify console for troubleshooting. Ensure that the provided start URLs are valid and accessible.

Rate Limiting and Best Practices

To avoid being blocked by Craigslist, adhere to the following best practices:

• Use a reasonable number of concurrent requests.
• Respect Craigslist's terms of service.
• Implement delays between requests if necessary.

Limitations and Considerations

• The scraper is tailored for Craigslist job listings. Other platforms may require different configurations.
• Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards when using scraped data.
• Output quality depends on the structure and content of the source pages.

Support

For custom/simplified outputs or bug reports, please contact:

• Email: support@getdataforme.com
• Subject line: "custom support"
• Contact form: Contact Us

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