Pay & Compensation
- Hourly pay: $20 per hour
- Estimated weekly pay: $800
- Annualized earnings: $41,600
- Bonus opportunities and additional accessorial pay
- Paid clean inspections, detention, breakdown, and layover pay
- 7 paid holidays — $150 per day
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Location & Routes
- Local truck driving position based in Opelika, Alabama
- Daily home time with scheduled weekday routes
- Primarily truckload freight operations
- Professional dispatch support and consistent loads
Job Description
- Operate day cab trucks for local truckload freight operations
- Deliver freight safely and on schedule within the regional service area
- Maintain high safety standards and follow DOT regulations
- Work with dispatchers and logistics teams for efficient routing
- Represent the company with professionalism and reliability
- Participate in a safety-focused culture that values teamwork and driver feedback
Requirements
Age Requirement
Must be at least 21 years old
CDL License
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
Minimum 6 months over-the-road driving experience
Driving Record
No more than 2 preventable accidents in the last 3 years
Physical Ability
Ability to perform repetitive bending and reaching tasks
DOT Compliance
Must meet all medical and DOT requirements
Equipment & Fleet
- Modern day cab tractors
- New tractors and trailers arriving regularly
- Well-maintained fleet focused on safety and driver comfort
- 100% no-touch freight operations
Home Time
- Daily home time — return home after each shift
- Monday through Friday schedule
- First shift with occasional weekend work
- Stable and predictable schedule
Hiring Process
- Online application submission
- Recruiter contact and qualification review
- Driver interview and background verification
- 1-day paid orientation
- Start driving local routes
Benefits
- Industry-leading insurance coverage
- Medical, dental, vision, pharmacy coverage
- Life insurance and disability plans
- 401k retirement program
- Rider and pet program
- Driver feedback platform via Workhound
- Dedicated driver retention team
FAQ
Is this a local driving job?
Yes. Drivers operate local routes and return home daily.
What is the pay rate?
Drivers earn approximately $20 per hour plus bonuses and additional pay opportunities.
What experience is required?
Applicants need at least 6 months of over-the-road CDL-A driving experience.
Is the freight touch or no-touch?
The position features 100% no-touch freight for drivers.
Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Local deliveries throughout Opelika and nearby Alabama distribution centers
- Truckload freight movements within the Auburn–Opelika logistics corridor
- Regional supply chain deliveries supporting manufacturing and retail customers
Career Opportunities
A CDL-A Local Truck Driver job in Opelika, Alabama offers an excellent opportunity for professional drivers who want stable income, predictable schedules, and daily home time. Local truckload operations in the Opelika and Auburn logistics corridor continue to grow as distribution networks expand across Alabama and the southeastern United States. Drivers in this role operate modern day cab equipment while supporting efficient freight movement between warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and regional distribution centers.
Local CDL-A driving positions like this one are ideal for experienced drivers who want consistent schedules while maintaining strong earning potential. With competitive hourly pay, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and industry-leading benefits, drivers can build long-term careers while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. The company culture focuses on safety, reliability, teamwork, and open driver feedback, ensuring that drivers remain the center of operations.
If you're exploring professional truck driving opportunities, you can also read industry updates at CDL News, estimate your income using the CDL-A Pay Calculator, or browse additional openings across the country at CDL-A Jobs USA. Local CDL-A driver roles in Alabama provide strong long-term employment potential and remain one of the most stable career paths in the transportation and logistics industry.
