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Class A CDL Driver – Regional – Home Every Weekend

NIS EXPRESS
Ames, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/28/2026

Drive regional Midwest lanes with stable freight, consistent miles, and a weekly schedule that gets you home regularly. This role is built around predictable earnings, simple freight, and minimal downtime between loads.

Pay Overview

  • Weekly earnings range from $1300 to $1700
  • $0.56–$0.64 CPM depending on background
  • 1500–1800 miles weekly
  • $15 per stop and $15 short haul pay
  • Incentives tied to performance

Work Schedule

  • Depart early week and return before weekend
  • Home time every week

Freight Setup

  • Dry van only
  • No-touch freight across all runs
  • Mix of drop and hook and live deliveries
  • Loads are assigned in advance

Driving Role

  • Solo driving position
  • Regional coverage within Midwest states
  • Reliable dispatch with consistent workflow

Entry-Level Option

  • Recent CDL-A graduates with 120 hours may be eligible
  • Onboarding support provided to new drivers
  • Paid training available based on approval

Basic Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Must be at least 21
  • Experience: 6 months recent OTR or 1 year in last 5 years
  • Stable employment record required
  • Must pass DOT and drug testing (hair and urine)
  • No Clearinghouse issues

Start today with a position that offers consistent miles, steady pay, and weekly home time.

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