About The Position

This Eastern Regional Dedicated truck driving position is based within 80 miles of the designated hiring area near Gary, Indiana. Drivers transport dry van loads on regional lanes, primarily between Iowa, Illinois, and Ohio, with occasional loads to Georgia and back into the core Illinois/Ohio area. Loads are preloaded, with drop-and-hook deliveries, and the position offers familiar lanes. The role is suitable for students and recent graduates, and experienced drivers are also welcome to apply. The position averages approximately $1,400 in weekly earnings and 2,200 miles, with home time once a week and standard 34-hour restarts. Starting pay is 60–70 cents per mile, with stop pay of $25. Recent graduates must be ready to attend a minimum of 4–6 weeks of CDL training at $650 per week, and applicants must attend DQP in Columbus. After training, drivers move to the stated pay structure. Recent graduates may earn $60,000 in their first year, with pay increases during the first year. A $4,000 signing bonus, safety bonus, and unlimited referrals are also offered. Drivers operate dependable, well-maintained trucks equipped with current safety technology. Benefits include health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k), stock purchase program, pet and rider policies, and paid vacation.

Requirements

  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • At least 120 hours of truck driving school instruction.
  • Must reside within 80 miles of the designated hiring area near Gary, Indiana.
  • Ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screening.
  • Recent graduates and drivers with no experience must be ready to complete at least 4–6 weeks of CDL training at $650 per week.
  • Applicants must attend DQP in Columbus.

Responsibilities

  • Drive regional dry van loads, primarily between Iowa, Illinois, and Ohio, with occasional trips to Georgia and back into the Illinois/Ohio core area.
  • Handle preloaded freight and drop-and-hook deliveries.
  • Attend required CDL training if a recent graduate or inexperienced driver, including the required DQP attendance in Columbus.

Benefits

  • $4,000 signing bonus
  • Safety bonus
  • Unlimited referrals
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Stock purchase program
  • Pet and rider policies
  • Paid vacation

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