Walmart is hiring a local CDL-A driver based in Henderson, North Carolina. The role operates refrigerated routes across North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia, within 300 miles of the distribution center. Drivers typically complete 1–3 routes per day, with 1–3 stops per trip. Freight is no-touch, and drivers use slip-seat day-cab equipment. The schedule has night starts between 8 PM and 11 PM. Drivers work a rotation of six days followed by a 34-hour restart, then five days followed by two days off. Weekend and holiday work is required. Home time is daily, although rare overnight hotel stays or road breaks may occur. The position averages about 1,250 miles per week. Compensation includes mileage pay of $0.58–$0.68 per mile based on experience, $20 per stop, and minimum mileage-band pay, with the greater of mileage pay or the applicable band paid: $50 for 0–50 miles, $65 for 51–100 miles, $70 for 101–125 miles, and $75 for 126–150 miles. The posting states average weekly pay of $1,400 on a full schedule and annual earning potential of $72,000 or more. A $4,000 sign-on bonus is paid in stages: $250 on the first load, $250 at 30 days, $500 at 60 days, $1,000 at 90 days, $500 at 120 days, $500 at 150 days, and $1,000 at 180 days. Training pay is $50 for classroom training and $100 per day for 2–3 ride-alongs. Vacation accrues at one week after one year, two weeks after three years, three weeks after seven years, and four weeks after 15 years. 24/7 driver support is available.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
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