CDL-A Position Local Dedicated

Local CDL-A Automotive Parts Shuttle Driver

Hiring Area: Mobile metro & Gulf Coast • Terminal: Mobile, AL

Mobile, AL Local Shuttle 2020–2024 Tractors

Dedicated automotive-parts shuttle work based in Mobile, AL, with home-daily schedules, 44–47 hours per week and typical weekly gross of $1,500–$1,650. Freight moves between parts warehouses, dealerships and commercial repair accounts across the Gulf Coast.

Weekly Gross
$1,500–$1,650
Estimated Annual: $81,900
Sign-On Bonus $1,000
Home Time Home Daily
Pay Type Hourly + OT
Typical Hours 44–47
Freight Type Automotive Parts

What the Driver Does

  • Runs scheduled automotive-parts shuttle routes from the Mobile/Saraland warehouse network.
  • Moves palletized parts, service components and boxed inventory between distribution points, dealerships and commercial customers.
  • Completes 2–4 scheduled movements per shift, with some same-day route changes based on inventory demand.
  • Handles preloaded and drop-and-hook trailers most of the time, with occasional live loading or unloading.
  • Checks trailer numbers, seals, BOLs and delivery references before leaving each location.
  • Communicates dock delays, shortages, damaged freight or appointment changes to local dispatch.
  • Returns to the Mobile terminal or designated yard after the final run; no overnight driving.

Hourly Pay Structure

Drivers are paid hourly with overtime after 40 hours. Earnings scale with scheduled hours rather than mileage or fixed premiums.

Base Rate $31.50 / hour
Overtime Rate $47.25 / hour after 40
Typical Hours 44–47 per week
Weekly Gross $1,500–$1,650
Typical Weekly $1,575
Estimated Annual $81,900
Sign-On Bonus $1,000 (paid in installments)
Payroll Weekly direct deposit

Work Week & Operating Area

Home Time Home daily
Operating Radius Primarily 25–125 miles
Terminal Mobile, AL
Typical Hours 44–47 per week
Schedule Monday–Friday + occasional Saturday
Shift Start Usually 5:00–7:00 AM

Tractors & Trailers

Tractor Years 2020–2024
Makes & Models Freightliner Cascadia / Kenworth T680
Transmission Automatic day-cab with occasional regional-spec units
Safety & Tech ELD, GPS tracking, forward-facing camera, collision mitigation, lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise on newer units
Trailers 48' and 53' dry vans, generally 3–7 years old

Assigned tractor when fleet availability permits; limited slip-seating during scheduled maintenance or peak periods. Preventive maintenance runs through the Mobile-area facility and approved roadside vendors. Electronic DVIR and Bluetooth are standard.

Parts Freight & Shuttle Lanes

Brake and suspension components, filters, belts, batteries, shop supplies, boxed replacement parts and palletized service inventory move between distribution warehouses, dealerships and commercial repair accounts. Sequences change with inventory availability and appointment windows.

  • Mobile to Theodore and Saraland for repeated local shuttle cycles
  • Eastern Shore and Baldwin County runs via I-10 / US-98 toward Daphne, Fairhope, Foley and Gulf Shores
  • Western lanes on I-10 or US-90 toward Pascagoula and Biloxi, MS
  • Occasional Pensacola, FL replenishment movements
  • Backhaul normally automotive or industrial parts; empty return when no suitable load is available
  • Most loads are preloaded or drop-and-hook; live loading is more common during inventory replenishment or when a trailer is not staged in advance

Day-to-Day Shuttle Flow

  • Shift usually begins between 5:00 and 7:00 AM after pre-trip and first assignment.
  • Preloaded trailer pickup or 30–90 minute live load at the warehouse.
  • Two to four major movements per day depending on distance and dock time.
  • Same-day sequence changes occur when inventory or customer appointments shift.
  • Monday–Tuesday often heavier after weekend gaps; Friday focuses on dealer replenishment.
  • Finish at the terminal or designated local yard; no overnight road resets.

About the Carrier

This is a regional dedicated operation supporting automotive parts distribution across the Mobile–Theodore–Saraland market and nearby Gulf Coast communities. The carrier provides scheduled trailer capacity between warehouses, dealerships, repair accounts and commercial customers, with dispatch adjusting the daily sequence when inventory or customer appointments change. Drivers work within a defined local network rather than chasing long-haul miles, while equipment and delivery paperwork are managed through the Mobile terminal.

Benefits Package

Medical / Dental / Vision Employee contribution plans
Retirement 401(k) with company match after eligibility
Orientation Paid orientation and onboarding
Additional Support Paid DOT physical renewal; safety equipment replacement
Training Account route, customer procedure and trailer inspection training

Minimum Qualifications

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • 6 months recent CDL-A experience preferred; less considered with strong training and clean history
  • Acceptable MVR and verifiable employment history
  • Meet DOT physical, drug test and Clearinghouse requirements
  • Ability to enter and exit the tractor and trailer multiple times per shift
  • No Tanker, HazMat or Doubles/Triples endorsement required

Common Delays

  • Warehouse bottlenecks during Monday replenishment or end-of-month inventory
  • I-10 / I-65 interchange congestion and bridge traffic
  • Gulf Coast thunderstorms or tropical weather systems
  • Trailer shortages when customers hold preloaded equipment longer than planned
  • Live-load wait times extending when docks are occupied

Hiring Steps

1
Recruiter Call
Usually within one business day
2
Document Submission
CDL, MVR, employment history
3
Screening
Clearinghouse, drug test, background
4
Paid Orientation
Mobile terminal, then first load

Practical Questions

Q: Is freight mostly no-touch? ▼
Primarily palletized with occasional trailer organization or light handling at customer locations. Lumper services are not standard.
Q: How often do routes change during the day? ▼
Next-day heavier movements are usually pre-planned, but same-day adjustments occur based on inventory, appointments and customer priority.
Q: Can the tractor be taken home? ▼
Only when specifically authorized and when the residence has suitable legal parking. Terminal or designated yard parking is the normal arrangement.
Q: Are recent CDL graduates considered? ▼
Only after individual review of training quality, supervised tractor-trailer experience and overall safety history.
Q: What happens if a warehouse is late? ▼
Contact dispatch immediately. Drivers do not independently change the customer sequence.
Q: Are drivers paid for warehouse delays? ▼
Warehouse arrival and release times are documented through the ELD and dispatch system. Because this is an hourly position, approved on-duty time remains part of the paid workday; drivers are not expected to absorb routine dock delays as unpaid time.

CDL-A Market in Mobile

Mobile’s CDL-A market draws steady demand from the Port of Mobile, I-10 and I-65 corridors, regional distribution, industrial manufacturing, shipbuilding, energy-related freight and Gulf Coast logistics. Employers range from port and intermodal operators to LTL carriers, regional dry-van fleets, dedicated accounts, fuel carriers and food distributors. Current Mobile-area CDL postings include home-daily dedicated work around the low-$30s per hour, while experienced tractor-trailer drivers in the broader local market earn above the general transportation wage base. Drivers who can meet strict appointment windows and communicate reliably remain in demand across both port-related and industrial accounts. The absence of a single dominant freight segment creates varied options for those who prefer predictable local schedules over OTR mileage.

Gulf Coast Freight Landscape

The Port of Mobile links ocean cargo with truck and rail networks while industrial and distribution activity spreads through Theodore, Saraland, Prichard, Daphne and the Eastern Shore. Automotive freight in this market centers on parts distribution, aftermarket supply, dealerships, fleet maintenance and regional supplier movements rather than large-scale vehicle assembly. Parts originate from warehouses, industrial suppliers and cross-docks, then move to dealerships, repair networks and commercial fleets across southwest Alabama, the western Florida Panhandle and southern Mississippi. I-10, I-65, US-90 and US-98 form the primary corridors. Seasonal repair demand, dealership promotions, holiday travel and Gulf Coast weather all influence daily volume and timing, keeping short-haul shuttle capacity consistently needed throughout the year.

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