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Entry-Level Class A CDL Dedicated Truck Driver
$62,400-$93,600 Annually $300 Bonus
Location: Portsmouth, VA
Kate Watson (623) 400-8397 for more info
We're onboarding entry-level CDL-A drivers for dedicated routes out of Portsmouth, VA. Whether you just earned your CDL or have a few months of road time, there's a spot for you. Enjoy steady dedicated freight, solid weekly pay, and guaranteed home time every weekend. This position is for drivers who are willing to grow and earn more with us!
Why This Position
- Home every weekend - guaranteed, no exceptions
- Unloading with rollers, racks - you stay active, earn more
- Dedicated lanes - steady freight out of Portsmouth, VA into surrounding states
- Entry-level friendly - fresh CDL grads welcome
- Strong pay - $0.90 CPM plus a $300 completion bonus after orientation
- Direct deposit every week
Pay
- Mileage rate: $0.90 CPM
- Average weekly pay: solid $1,800
- Estimated annual pay: $62,400-$93,600
- Stop pay: $20
- Unload pay: $240
- Short haul pay: $40
- Safety bonus: $100
- Weekly miles: 1,500-1,550
- Bonus: $300 after orientation
Job Details
- Position: Dedicated, Full-Time
- Freight: All Dry - touch freight
- Home time: Weekends- guaranteed
- Schedule: Day and night shifts available
- Routes and schedules provided in advance for trip planning
Equipment
- 2024 and newer Freightliner Cascadias, well-maintained fleet
- Automatic transmission
- Regular professional maintenance
Freight Details
- Regional lanes running out of Portsmouth, VA through surrounding states
- Steady freight year-round, no slow seasons
- Structured lane assignments with round-the-clock dispatch support
Requirements
- Valid CDL-A license
- Minimum age 21
- Clean driving record
- Clear drug and alcohol clearinghouse record
- No SAP
- Must pass DOT physical and pre-employment drug screening
- Recent CDL grads encouraged to apply
Responsibilities
- Safely operate CDL-A truck on regional routes
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
- Maintain accurate ELD electronic logs
- Ensure loads are properly staged and secured before departure
- Communicate effectively with dispatch throughout each trip
Apply Now Call or text Kate Watson at (623) 400-8397, or apply directly through Indeed. Every applicant gets a personal response within 12-24 hours.
Pay: $1,700.00 - $1,900.00 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Passenger ride along program
- Pet rider program
- Prescription drug insurance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- CDL A (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $62,400 - $93,600