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CDL-A Local Dry Van Driver – Detroit P&D LTL Freight

📍 Detroit, MI ⏱ Full-Time 💵 $1,300–$1,800 / week
Weekly Pay
$1,300–$1,800
Rate
$28–$38 / hr
Sign-On Bonus
Up to $500–1,500
Home Time
Home Daily

🗺 Location & Routes

  • Base city: Detroit, MI
  • Route type: Local home-daily P&D LTL
  • Freight: Palletized dry van retail & industrial LTL freight
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday with rotating Saturday coverage, early dispatch waves

📋 Job Description

  • Operate multi-stop P&D routes across Detroit metro industrial zones along I-75 and I-94 corridors
  • Deliver palletized freight to retail stores, warehouses, and manufacturing plants in Southeast Michigan
  • Load and unload trailers at congested dock facilities with live freight turnaround windows
  • Navigate tight urban delivery zones in Detroit, Dearborn, Hamtramck, and Warren
  • Coordinate with dispatch during peak freight surges and rerouting due to dock congestion
  • Maintain accurate PODs and handle time-sensitive LTL shipment documentation

Requirements

CDL Class A

Valid CDL-A license required

Experience

6–12 months preferred, not required

Age

Minimum 21 years old

MVR

Clean driving record, no major violations

Physical

Freight handling, dock work, pallet jack use

Endorsements

Not required

🚛 Equipment & Fleet

  • Freightliner Cascadia (mixed 2022–2025 fleet, standard wear conditions)
  • Kenworth T680 units with mixed mileage and rotating maintenance cycles
  • Omnitracs / Samsara ELD systems with occasional dispatch reroute delays

🏠 Home Time

  • Home daily after route completion
  • Early morning dispatch with predictable return windows depending on dock delays

📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take

  • Detroit, MI → Dearborn, MI (I-94 corridor retail distribution loop)
  • Detroit, MI → Warren, MI (I-75 industrial freight and manufacturing supply runs)
  • Detroit, MI → Sterling Heights, MI (suburban warehouse & LTL consolidation network)

🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure

Health, dental & vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off & paid holidays
Life insurance options
Performance & referral bonuses
Paid orientation & training

💰 Bonus Structure

Safety Bonus: up to $250 quarterly
Detention Pay: $25–$55 per hour after free time
Performance Bonus: $100–$300 monthly
Referral Bonus: $500–$1,000 per driver

📝 Hiring Process

1
Submit online application
2
MVR & background screening
3
DOT drug test & qualification review
4
Paid safety orientation in Detroit terminal
5
Start assigned Detroit metro P&D route

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this home daily?

Yes, drivers return to Detroit terminal every day after completing P&D routes.

What type of freight is handled?

Palletized dry van LTL freight for retail and industrial customers.

How many stops per day?

Typically 8–20 stops depending on route assignment and freight volume.

Is experience required?

Preferred but not required; training provided for qualified CDL-A drivers.

What trucks are used?

Mixed fleet including Freightliner and Kenworth units with ELD systems.

How stable is freight volume?

Very stable due to Detroit’s manufacturing and retail distribution demand.

💼 Career Opportunities

This CDL-A Local Dry Van Driver role in Detroit provides long-term stability within one of the most active freight corridors in the Midwest. Drivers begin in structured P&D routes across Detroit’s industrial network, including I-75 and I-94 logistics zones, where freight demand remains consistent due to automotive manufacturing, retail distribution, and warehouse consolidation activity. Over time, drivers may transition into higher-paying dedicated accounts, shuttle operations between regional terminals, or trainer positions depending on performance and availability. Some drivers move into regional Midwest lanes covering Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois corridors. While advancement is not guaranteed, consistent attendance, safety performance, and route efficiency can open additional opportunities within the carrier network.

🔗 CDL-A Local Dry Van Driver – Detroit, MI

Detroit CDL-A drivers remain in steady demand due to the city’s dense manufacturing base and continuous retail replenishment cycles across Southeast Michigan. This local P&D role operates primarily along the I-75 and I-94 freight corridors, connecting industrial hubs in Dearborn, Warren, and Sterling Heights with major distribution terminals. Drivers handle predictable multi-stop LTL routes involving palletized freight, dock deliveries, and time-sensitive warehouse pickups. With home daily scheduling, structured dispatch, and consistent freight flow, this position supports stable weekly earnings and reliable routing in one of the Midwest’s most important logistics regions.

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