CDL-A Southeast Regional Driver

Pay: $1,350–$1,550 per week
Freight: Refrigerated, 100% no-touch freight
Home Time: Every other week (2 days off)
Location: Baton Rouge, LA 70801

Assigned Kenworth T-680 tractors
Southeast regional refrigerated freight
Paid orientation and $3,000 sign-on bonus
Paid miles on loaded and empty dispatches

Southeast freight demand and predictable lane planning help CDL-A drivers stay productive while operating established refrigerated routes with scheduled home time and no-touch freight.

Driver Setup: Assigned Kenworth T-680 automatic tractors include an APU, inverter, refrigerator, Bluetooth capability, and outward-facing cameras only. SmartTruck UT6 aerodynamic reefer trailers are used throughout the fleet, and assigned tractors may be parked at home when secure parking is available.

Thermo King APU installed
2500-watt inverter
Refrigerator and double bunk
Assigned equipment with approved home parking

Pay & Home Time: Drivers earn $1,350–$1,550 per week with pay for every dispatched mile, whether loaded or empty. This regional position provides two days at home every other week while supporting dependable mileage opportunities. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is available, along with quarterly performance incentives and additional accessorial pay when applicable.

Your Route: Drivers operate primarily east of I-35 transporting temperature-controlled freight through established regional lanes. Freight is 100% no-touch and includes a mix of drop-and-hook and scheduled live-load deliveries that support productive weekly operations.

Regional refrigerated freight network
Drop-and-hook and live-load combination
No-touch freight from pickup to delivery
Established regional lane assignments

Getting Started: Paid company orientation prepares drivers before they transition directly into scheduled regional freight assignments.

Benefits

Medical, vision, prescription, and life insurance after 90 days
Rider and pet policy available with no waiting period
Paid vacation after one year
Holiday pay after 90 days
401(k) available after one year

Driver Qualifications

Valid Class A CDL required
Ability to safely operate refrigerated equipment
Commitment to DOT compliance and safe driving practices

American Trucking Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status under applicable law.