CDL-A Regional Driver

Pay: $1,300 to $1,550 per week | Home Time: 7-10 days out
Hiring Area: Richmond, VA | Freight: No-touch automotive freight

• Regional automotive freight network
• 90% drop-and-hook freight
• 2,500-3,000 miles per week
• Monthly safety bonus up to $750

Consistent route coverage and regional freight movement help keep drivers active throughout the week while operating within established freight lanes. With automotive freight, a high percentage of drop-and-hook loads, and miles available across the network, drivers spend more time moving and less time waiting.

Freight, Routes & Miles

• 100% no-touch automotive freight
• Approximately 90% drop-and-hook freight
• Average length of haul is around 500 miles
• Drivers typically run 2,500-3,000 miles per week

Drivers primarily operate east of I-35 while hauling automotive freight through established lanes and customer locations.

Pay

Drivers earn $1,300 to $1,550 per week, with an additional monthly safety bonus of up to $750.

Home Time

Drivers typically stay out 7-10 days followed by a 34-48 hour reset at home. We work with drivers whenever possible when home time needs arise.

Equipment

• Our fleet consists primarily of Peterbilt 579 trucks along with other well-maintained equipment.
• Trucks are equipped with inverters and refrigerators to help drivers stay comfortable on the road.
• Drivers may take assigned equipment home during home time.

Orientation

Orientation is completed online, and DOT physicals are scheduled close to home whenever possible. Transportation to pick up your truck is provided after onboarding.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan and paid vacation
• Paid loaded and empty miles
• Detention pay, layover pay, and 24-hour dispatch support

Qualifications

• Valid CDL-A required
• Current DOT medical card
• At least 3 months of experience within the last 12 months or 1 year within the last 3 years
• Experience operating a tractor with a 40-foot or longer trailer

American Trucking Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered fairly and equally.