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CDL-A Local Cross-Dock Shuttle Driver – Memphis, TN
Hiring Area: Memphis Metro • Local Terminal Operations
Company Driver Dry Van Day & Night Shifts
Move sealed dry-van trailers between Memphis-area freight terminals, staging yards, and distribution facilities. Earn $27–$31 per hour with overtime after 40 hours, weekly direct deposit, and daily home time. Most freight is no-touch, and neither HazMat nor tanker endorsement is required.
Weekly Gross Pay
$1,400–$1,800
Estimated Annual: $72,800–$93,600
Hourly Pay $27–$31
Overtime 1.5× after 40 hours
Sign-On Bonus Up to $1,500
Home Time Daily
Weekly Hours 48–52 typical
Freight Sealed Dry Van
Job Status: Currently Hiring
• Last Verified: October 10, 2026
Run local trailer transfers supporting cross-dock freight sorting and outbound departures. This is a driving and trailer-exchange role, not a warehouse loading position.
- Move 53-foot dry vans between assigned terminals and yards.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
- Verify trailer identification, seal numbers, and paperwork.
- Back into dock doors and position trailers safely.
- Coordinate trailer availability and delays with dispatch.
- Maintain accurate ELD records and comply with HOS rules.
Hourly pay covers driving and required on-duty terminal work. Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours in a workweek. Actual earnings depend on scheduled hours and completed shifts.
Regular Rate $27–$31 per hour
Overtime Rate $40.50–$46.50 per hour
Typical Weekly Gross $1,400–$1,800
Estimated Annual Gross $72,800–$93,600
Sign-On Bonus Up to $1,500, staged
Pay Schedule Weekly direct deposit
Annual estimates equal the displayed weekly range multiplied by 52 and exclude bonuses. The bonus is separate from regular wages and is subject to the employer's eligibility and payment terms.
Home Time Daily, after the assigned shift
Workweek 5 days, with some 6-day weeks
Typical Hours 48–52 per week
Shift Options Day, evening, or overnight
Schedule Changes Based on freight volume and terminal coverage
Freight moves around customer cutoff times, so start times may vary by shift. Daily home time is the normal schedule, although a late release can extend the workday.
Tractors Freightliner Cascadia and Kenworth T680
Fleet Age Generally 2–6 years
Configuration Automatic day cabs
Trailers 53-foot dry vans
Driver Technology ELD, electronic inspections, forward-facing cameras
Safety Features Collision mitigation and lane-departure alerts on equipped tractors
This is a practical working fleet, not an all-new tractor program. Assigned equipment is provided when available; slip-seating may be used on rotating shifts or during maintenance. Report defects before taking a tractor or trailer onto the road.
The operation focuses on short-haul dry-van transfers serving distribution and cross-dock facilities around Memphis.
- Memphis, TN ↔ West Memphis, AR
- Memphis, TN ↔ Southaven and Olive Branch, MS
- Memphis, TN ↔ Millington and Collierville, TN
- Memphis, TN ↔ Hernando, MS, when assigned
- Primary corridors: I-40, I-55, I-240, and US-78 / Lamar Avenue
- Occasional extended transfers depend on terminal demand and available hours
These are representative operating corridors, not guaranteed daily destinations. Dispatch assigns each move according to trailer readiness, customer cutoffs, traffic, and hours remaining.
- Check the dispatch board and inspect the assigned tractor.
- Confirm the trailer number, seal, and release paperwork.
- Move the trailer to its assigned terminal, yard, or dock.
- Drop the trailer or couple to the next available unit.
- Report dock queues, equipment issues, and missed cutoff risks.
- Complete post-trip records and return the tractor as directed.
About the Carrier
This regional trucking operation supports freight consolidation for distribution customers across the Memphis market. Drivers move sealed dry vans between terminals and nearby facilities while dock teams sort freight and prepare outbound loads. The operation relies on a mixed late-model fleet, a working dispatch desk, and local maintenance support. Work is structured around customer shipping windows rather than a fixed daytime delivery route, with trailer availability and terminal congestion influencing the order of moves.
Healthcare Medical, dental, and vision plan options
Retirement 401(k), with employer match subject to plan terms
Time Off Paid time off and eligible paid holidays
Orientation Paid safety and equipment familiarization
Work Support Terminal parking and dispatch assistance
Benefit eligibility, waiting periods, employee contributions, and paid leave terms depend on the applicable company plan.
- Valid Class A commercial driver's license.
- At least 6 months of verifiable tractor-trailer experience preferred.
- Minimum age 21.
- Acceptable motor vehicle record and employment history.
- Meet DOT medical requirements and pass required drug screening.
- Meet applicable FMCSA Clearinghouse and safety qualification requirements.
- Comfortable backing 53-foot trailers and working around active docks.
HazMat and tanker endorsements are not required for this dry-van position. Final qualification depends on the carrier's hiring standards and applicable regulations.
- Outbound trailers not released by the scheduled cutoff.
- Congested yards, occupied dock doors, and gate queues.
- Traffic and construction on I-40, I-55, I-240, and US-78.
- Weather, bridge restrictions, and incidents around the Mississippi River crossings.
- Higher trailer volume during retail and holiday shipping peaks.
Drivers should notify dispatch promptly when delays affect a planned move or available driving hours. The next assignment may be resequenced.
1
Application
Submit your CDL-A details and work history.
2
Recruiter Call
Review experience, pay, shift options, and home time.
3
Qualification
Complete required record checks, screening, and verification.
4
Orientation
Complete safety onboarding and equipment familiarization.
Q: How much can I earn per week? ▼
The estimated gross range is $1,400–$1,800 per week. Earnings depend on the hourly rate, hours worked, and overtime. The estimate excludes the sign-on bonus.
Q: Is overtime available? ▼
The typical schedule is 48–52 hours per week. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours in a workweek, subject to applicable rules.
Q: Will I be home every day? ▼
Daily home time is the normal schedule. Late trailer releases, traffic, or unexpected operational delays may extend a shift.
Q: Is the freight no-touch? ▼
Most freight is sealed and no-touch. The driver handles tractor and trailer movements, checks seals and paperwork, and reports any visible damage or discrepancies.
Q: Do I need HazMat or tanker endorsements? ▼
No. This position uses dry-van trailers and does not require HazMat or tanker endorsements. A valid Class A CDL is required.
Q: Will I drive the same truck every shift? ▼
A regular tractor may be assigned when scheduling permits. Slip-seating can occur during shift changes, maintenance, or periods of high freight volume.
Q: What experience is preferred? ▼
Six months of verifiable tractor-trailer experience is preferred. Applicants must also meet the carrier's driving-record, medical, screening, and safety requirements.
Q: Are shifts always during the day? ▼
No. Cross-dock freight moves according to inbound arrivals and outbound cutoffs. Day, evening, and overnight schedules may be available, and shift assignments depend on terminal needs.
Memphis offers a broad market for CDL-A truck drivers, including local dry-van shuttle, LTL pickup and delivery, yard operations, regional freight, and intermodal transportation. Pay varies by employer, shift, endorsements, and responsibility. Local shuttle positions generally emphasize trailer handling, safe backing, terminal coordination, and reliable attendance rather than long-haul mileage. Drivers comparing CDL-A jobs in Memphis should evaluate the hourly rate, overtime policy, weekly hours, equipment assignment, and actual home-time expectations. Cross-dock work can suit drivers who prefer repeatable short-haul routes without routine overnight trips.
Memphis sits on major Mid-South freight corridors, with I-40, I-55, I-240, and US-78 connecting industrial districts, distribution centers, and regional delivery markets. West Memphis, Southaven, Olive Branch, and other nearby communities support regular freight movements across Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi. Cross-dock facilities depend on timely trailer exchanges to clear inbound freight and prepare outbound shipments for customer deadlines. Retail replenishment, packaged goods, parcel freight, and industrial shipments contribute to local dry-van activity. Traffic, bridge approaches, dock congestion, and seasonal shipping peaks can affect shuttle schedules and daily mileage.
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