CDL A Driver Regional Midwest
About The Position
Steady freight. Real pay. A company that doesn't overcomplicate things. We run regional lanes across the Midwest east of I-35 — and we are hiring Class A CDL drivers who want a W2 position with benefits that start on day one. Experienced drivers and recent CDL graduates both welcome. COMPENSATION Employment Type: Full-time W2 CPM: $0.56 – $0.65 based on verifiable experience Weekly Pay: $1,400 – $1,600 average Annual Salary: $71,000 – $85,000 Weekly Miles: 2,200 – 2,500 average Bonuses: Weekly safety and performance bonuses Pay Frequency: Weekly direct deposit Orientation: Paid — travel and hotel provided HOME TIME Bi-weekly — home every two weeks on a consistent, planned rotation FREIGHT & EQUIPMENT Mostly no-touch dry van freight — approximately 70% drop and hook OTR, regional, and dedicated fleet options available Late-model 2022–2025 Freightliner and Kenworth tractors with APUs BENEFITS — DAY ONE Medical, dental, and vision coverage Company-paid life insurance and AD&D 401(k) with company match after eligibility Paid holidays and paid time off Rider and pet policy available ENTRY LEVEL DRIVER TRAINING PROGRAM Valid Class A CDL required — or proof of 120+ hours at an accredited CDL school Training duration: 3 to 5 weeks one-on-one with an assigned mentor Training pay: $650.00 per week — guaranteed throughout Covers safe handling, ELD compliance, pre/post-trip inspections, and company procedures Supervised miles and evaluations completed before going solo
Requirements
- 21 years of age or older with a valid Class A CDL
- 6 months verifiable tractor-trailer experience — waived for trainees
- Acceptable driving record with focus on safety
- No DOT preventable accidents or major accidents on record
- Any DOT preventable accident in the last 5 years is an automatic disqualification
- No more than 2 preventable incidents on record
- No termination from previous employer due to safety-related concerns
- Never failed or refused a DOT drug or alcohol test
- No commercial vehicle DUI within the last 5 years
- Must pass DOT physical exam and pre-employment drug screen
Responsibilities
- Operate Class A tractor-trailer in full compliance with DOT regulations
- Handle no-touch dry van freight on scheduled pickups and deliveries
- Maintain accurate ELD logs, DVIRs, and trip reports
- Complete pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections daily
- Maintain professional communication with dispatch and customers
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
- 401(k) with company match after eligibility
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Rider and pet policy available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
