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CDL-A Local Building Products Driver – Detroit, MI
Hiring Radius: Southeast Michigan • Terminal: Detroit, MI
Detroit Metro Local 2020–2023 Day Cabs
This local position delivers commercial building products and construction materials throughout the Detroit metropolitan area and Southeast Michigan. Drivers support regional manufacturers, wholesale building suppliers, roofing distributors, lumber facilities, drywall warehouses, masonry suppliers, and active commercial construction projects. The operation runs primarily Monday–Friday with home daily scheduling from the Detroit terminal.
AVERAGE WEEKLY EARNINGS
$1,550–$1,700
EST. ANNUAL: $86,450–$88,400
SIGN-ON BONUS $1,000
HOME TIME Home Daily
POSITION TYPE Local Construction Supply
WEEKLY MILES 900–1,300
FREIGHT TYPE Building Products
Weekly Pay
$1,550–$1,700
Hourly + OT + detention
Home Time
Home Daily
Mon–Fri, occasional Sat
Equipment
2020–2023 Day Cabs
Freightliner & International
Freight
Building Products
Palletized construction materials
An established regional transportation company with approximately 75 power units hires CDL-A drivers for local commercial construction supply deliveries. Freight moves between manufacturer warehouses, regional distribution centers, contractor supply facilities, and active commercial projects within 40–140 miles of Detroit. Most freight is palletized and unloaded by customer forklifts.
Drivers assist with trailer positioning, verify freight counts, inspect securement, manage shipping paperwork, and communicate with warehouse personnel. Dispatch priorities can change throughout the day based on jobsite schedules, material availability, and production releases.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections with electronic DVIR reporting
- Verify Bills of Lading, pallet counts, and delivery documentation
- Inspect and adjust load securement using straps, edge protectors, and related equipment
Weekly Earnings $1,550–$1,700
Estimated Annual $86,450–$88,400
Sign-On Bonus $1,000 ($250 after 30 days, $250 after 90 days, $500 after 180 days)
Detention Pay $35/hour after 90 minutes (typical $50/week)
Pay Model Hourly + Overtime
Pay Frequency Weekly direct deposit
Work Schedule Monday–Friday, occasional voluntary Saturday during peak season
Operating Area Detroit metro and Southeast Michigan (40–140 miles radius)
Terminal Detroit, MI
Weekly Miles 900–1,300
Dispatch 5:00 AM–7:00 AM departures; shifts end 3:30 PM–6:30 PM
Tractor Fleet Approximately 75 power units
Primary Tractors Freightliner 114SD Day Cabs (2020–2023), International HV Day Cabs (2019–2022)
Transmission Primarily automated manual, with some manual units in reserve
Trailers 48' and 53' flatbeds with stake pockets, curtain-side trailers, occasional dry vans
Technology & Safety Samsara ELD, electronic DVIR, forward-facing cameras, collision mitigation, lane departure warning on newer units
Freight consists of drywall, insulation, steel studs, roofing materials, pipe, HVAC components, palletized construction supplies, concrete accessories, fasteners, and other commercial building products. Loads move from manufacturer warehouses, regional distribution centers, lumber facilities, drywall warehouses, masonry suppliers, and contractor supply houses to active commercial construction sites.
Deliveries cover industrial districts in Detroit, Warren, Livonia, Romulus, Dearborn, Taylor, Novi, and surrounding Southeast Michigan communities. Routes follow I-75, I-94, I-96, M-39, and I-696. Mix includes drop & hook, live load, and live unload operations with frequent customer interaction at warehouse and jobsite locations.
Medical Insurance Multiple coverage options after eligibility
Dental & Vision Available for employees and dependents
Retirement 401(k) with company match after eligibility
Additional Paid orientation, company uniforms, safety apparel, quarterly safety incentives, driver referral bonus up to $750
Other Direct deposit, paid DOT physicals, secured parking and break room at Detroit terminal
- Valid Class A CDL
- 6+ months recent CDL-A experience preferred in local/regional service
- Acceptable MVR meeting company insurance guidelines
- Ability to pass DOT drug screen, physical, Clearinghouse, and background check
- Experience with flatbed, curtain-side, or construction materials preferred
Morning and afternoon traffic congestion along I-75, I-94, I-96, M-39, and I-696 affects travel times. Seasonal highway construction, warehouse dock congestion, production delays at manufacturing plants, and changing contractor schedules require frequent dispatch adjustments. Live loading/unloading can create 30–90 minute waits. Winter weather shifts priorities toward indoor projects and warehouse transfers while occasionally requiring hotel stays when return is unsafe.
1
Application & Initial Review
Submit application. Qualified candidates receive recruiter call within one business day to discuss qualifications and experience.
2
Screening & Verifications
Employment verification, MVR review, Clearinghouse query, DOT drug screen, and physical completed in 3–5 business days.
3
Orientation & Road Test
One-day paid orientation at Detroit terminal covering safety, securement, ELD, and customer procedures followed by equipment road evaluation.
4
Start Date
First dispatch typically assigned within 5–7 days of application start after all requirements are met.
Q: What types of securement are most common for this freight? ▼
Drivers use ratchet straps, edge protectors, load bars, and corner protectors. Securement is inspected after the first few miles, especially with mixed loads or in wet weather. Curtain-side trailers are used for weather-sensitive items.
Q: How often do routes change during the day? ▼
Same-day adjustments are common due to contractor schedule shifts, crane availability, or weather. Dispatch remains in active communication and resequences deliveries as needed.
Q: Are tractors assigned to individual drivers? ▼
Equipment is assigned when available but may change due to maintenance, seasonal demand, or terminal balancing. Drivers do not take tractors home.
Q: What happens during winter months? ▼
Outdoor construction slows, shifting focus to warehouse replenishment, renovation materials, and indoor projects. Dispatch coordinates hotel stays only when weather makes same-day return unsafe.
Q: Is previous flatbed or curtain-side experience required? ▼
Preferred but not mandatory. Company provides additional securement and customer-procedure training during orientation for drivers with comparable local experience.
Living and working as a local CDL-A driver in the Detroit area offers a different experience than long-haul trucking. Most drivers begin and end their day at the same terminal, allowing them to maintain a more consistent home routine while still working in one of the busiest freight markets in the Midwest. Morning departures generally occur before the heaviest commuter traffic develops, although drivers regularly encounter congestion along major interstates as commercial traffic increases.
Many employees choose this type of work because it allows them to remain involved with family activities during evenings while avoiding extended periods away from home. Construction freight tends to follow weekday business hours, which creates a more predictable weekly schedule. Drivers become familiar with industrial districts throughout Detroit, Warren, Livonia, Romulus, Dearborn, Taylor, Novi, and surrounding communities. Professional communication with warehouse personnel and customers forms a regular part of the day.
Detroit remains one of the Midwest's largest industrial freight markets. Alongside automotive manufacturing, the region supports a substantial commercial construction sector, infrastructure rehabilitation, warehouse development, manufacturing plant maintenance, and municipal improvement projects. These activities generate steady demand for local transportation of construction materials.
The diversified industrial base supports year-round movement of building products through manufacturer warehouses, regional distribution centers, and contractor supply facilities. Spring and summer bring increased shipment volumes as commercial construction accelerates, while winter months sustain activity through indoor projects, renovations, and warehouse transfers. Major interstates and industrial corridors facilitate efficient regional distribution across Southeast Michigan.
