CDL A Truck Driver

CDL-A Truck Driver

Weekly Pay: $1,350 to $1,450 | Freight: No-touch refrigerated | Location: Richmond, VA

Start of week: Preplanned dispatch, loaded and moving
Midweek: Steady miles across Midwest to East Coast lanes
End of run: Scheduled home time - 6 days off per month

A CDL-A truck driver follows a consistent weekly rhythm with preassigned loads, steady mileage, and planned time off. Weekly Pay of $1,350 to $1,450 supports this structure, along with no-touch refrigerated freight and scheduled home time each month.

Weekly Flow Snapshot
Miles: 2,500–3,000/week
Dispatch: Preplanned and routed ahead
Freight: Refrigerated, no-touch
Pace: Continuous movement, minimal downtime

A CDL A driver operates across longer routes that maintain flow rather than frequent stops, helping keep weekly output steady.

What the Driver Experiences
A Class A CDL driver moves from load to load with minimal interruption. Routes are designed for continuity, and freight is staged to reduce waiting time between assignments. The system supports predictable scheduling rather than constant adjustments.

Truck & Equipment
Kenworth T680
Automatic transmission
APU and refrigerator installed
Reefer trailers for all loads

Time Off Structure
Home Time: 6 days per month
Planning: Scheduled in advance
Use: Split or consecutive days

This setup allows a CDL-A truck driver to plan time off instead of working around a fixed weekly reset.

Earnings Breakdown
Weekly Pay: $1,350 to $1,450
Additional: Layover and detention pay when applicable

Requirements Snapshot
A Class A CDL driver must have at least 3 months of recent OTR or regional experience, or more time driving than not. CDL-A license must match residence before dispatch. Drivers must meet safety standards with no recent major violations.

Benefits Overview
Medical, dental, and life insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation
Passenger policy available
Orientation: Travel provided, $100/day

This CDL A driver position is offered through Highway Express, providing steady freight, structured scheduling, and consistent weekly miles for a CDL-A truck driver seeking a predictable routine.

Highway Express is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants based on qualifications and job requirements.