CDL-A Local Truck Driver – Up to $1,500+ Weekly
About The Position
This is a dedicated local trucking position hauling dry and refrigerated grocery freight for Kroger, based in the Monroe, Ohio (45044) hiring area. Drivers must live within the designated hiring area. The role averages $1,200 in weekly pay, with top weekly pay of $1,500 or more. Mileage pay ranges from $0.56 to $0.62 per mile based on experience, with additional pay for stops, unloads, backhauls, pallet restacks, recovery mileage, and training duties. Trainee ride-alongs last 1–2 days and pay $100 per day; trainers receive an additional $50 per day on top of route pay. Drivers are home daily and have two days off per week, although weekends off are not guaranteed. Start times are around 11 AM to noon, and drivers must be flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. The work typically involves 1,000–1,500 miles per week, 3–5 loads and 5–7 stops per day. About 70% of freight is drop-and-hook, while 30% requires driver unloading. Routes are primarily in Ohio, with some runs in Indiana and Kentucky. Equipment includes slip-seat day-cab trucks. Freight is unloaded using an electric pallet jack. The position offers 24/7 support and vacation benefits based on service: one week after one year, two weeks after three years, three weeks after seven years, and four weeks after 15 years.
Requirements
- Valid Class A CDL.
- At least 3 months of verifiable Class A CDL experience.
- Clean driving record.
- Valid DOT Medical Card.
- Must not be a SAP driver.
- Must live within the Monroe, OH 45044 hiring area.
- Must be able to unload freight using an electric pallet jack.
- Must be available for the account’s required evening, weekend, and holiday schedule.
Responsibilities
- Haul dedicated dry and refrigerated grocery freight.
- Complete local routes primarily in Ohio, with some runs in Indiana and Kentucky.
- Handle approximately 1,000–1,500 miles per week, typically 3–5 loads and 5–7 stops per day.
- Perform driver unloading for freight that is not drop-and-hook, using an electric pallet jack.
- Work required evening, weekend, and holiday schedules as needed.
- Complete trainee ride-alongs or provide training when assigned.
Benefits
- 24/7 support.
- Vacation benefits based on service: one week after 1 year, two weeks after 3 years, three weeks after 7 years, and four weeks after 15 years.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
