🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Jacksonville, FL
- Route type: OTR
- Freight: Automotive components, retail & manufacturing dry van
- Schedule: 2,700–3,200 miles per week with 14–21 day tours
📋 Job Description
- Drivers execute 400–650 mile daily segments hauling automotive parts and retail freight on multi-state runs.
- Perform drop-and-hook operations at distribution centers while completing pre-trip inspections and ELD logs.
- Coordinate with centralized dispatch for reloads across Atlanta, Charlotte, Memphis, and Dallas lanes.
- Handle seal verification, landing gear checks, and Samsara telematics updates throughout 2–3 week cycles.
- Maximize Hours-of-Service compliance with 34-hour resets at truck stops or terminals during extended OTR tours.
- Navigate primary Southeast-to-Midwest and Mid-Atlantic freight corridors supporting aftermarket supply chains.
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
Minimum 2 years verifiable OTR experience required
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record with no major violations in past 3 years
Physical
Able to perform trailer coupling/uncoupling, secure loads, and climb in/out of sleeper cabs
Endorsements
None required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Dedicated late-model Volvo VNL 760 sleepers assigned by dispatch availability.
- Fleet average age: Under 2 years with rolling replacement cycle based on mileage and performance.
- Features: Samsara telematics, adaptive cruise, automatic emergency braking, lane assist, APU equipped.
- Transmission type: Automatic for consistent long-haul efficiency.
- Maintenance program: Hybrid in-house and vendor network with rapid roadside support minimizing downtime.
🏠 Home Time
- Dispatch plans returns after completion of final delivery and reload sequencing in Southeast networks.
- Home time follows 14–21 day OTR cycles aligned with freight volume from Jacksonville gateways.
- Coordinators adjust routing based on customer appointments and available backhauls to optimize resets.
- Weekend and holiday flexibility depends on peak manufacturing and retail replenishment demand.
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Jacksonville Distribution Center → Atlanta Automotive Hub → I-75 North
- Jacksonville Parts Warehouse → Charlotte Retail DC → I-95 North
- Jacksonville Cross-Dock → Memphis Manufacturing Facilities → I-10 West / I-55 North
- Jacksonville Terminal → Dallas Aftermarket Network → I-10 West
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What experience is needed for this OTR position?
Minimum 2 years verifiable OTR experience is required. Drivers must be comfortable with multi-week tours and drop-and-hook operations across Southeast-to-national lanes.
How many miles will I drive per week?
Most drivers average 2,700–3,200 miles per week depending on freight demand, reload availability, and Hours-of-Service compliance.
Is this touch freight or no-touch?
Primarily no-touch freight with drop-and-hook at large distribution centers. Occasional live loads or minor handling for automotive components may occur.
What trucks and technology are provided?
Volvo VNL 760 automatic sleepers under 2 years old equipped with Samsara telematics, adaptive cruise, AEB, lane assist, and APUs.
How is home time scheduled?
Dispatch coordinates 3–5 days home after 14–21 day tours based on final load delivery, backhaul opportunities, and network balance.
Is overtime or detention pay available?
Yes. Detention, layover, and breakdown pay are provided. Peak freight periods often increase weekly earnings through additional miles and stops.
💼 Career Opportunities
This OTR CDL-A Automotive Parts Driver role in Jacksonville serves as an excellent entry point into stable long-haul operations within the Southeast freight gateway. Drivers gain deep experience moving automotive components and retail freight through major corridors connecting Florida and Georgia to Midwest and Mid-Atlantic markets. Many advance from consistent OTR runs into dedicated account lanes or regional positions with more predictable schedules. Internal pathways include dispatcher roles, fleet trainer positions, and yard supervisor opportunities at Jacksonville terminals. The operation emphasizes safety with modern equipment and strong support systems, creating long-term career stability in the logistics sector. Top performers often qualify for higher-paying specialized freight or leadership tracks while maintaining the flexibility of nationwide routing. Jacksonville's position as a key distribution hub supports continuous freight activity year-round, offering reliable earning potential and professional growth for safety-focused CDL-A professionals.
🔗 OTR CDL-A Automotive Parts Driver – Jacksonville, FL
Jacksonville CDL-A drivers are essential to the Southeast automotive and retail supply chains. This OTR position offers $1,700–$2,250 weekly pay based on $0.58–$0.72 CPM with 2,700–3,200 miles per week. Drivers operate modern Volvo VNL 760 sleepers on dry van freight moving from Northeast Florida distribution centers through Atlanta, Charlotte, Memphis, Dallas, and beyond. The role features 14–21 day tours with 3–5 days home time, drop-and-hook operations, and strong safety bonuses. Jacksonville benefits from its strategic location on I-10 and I-95 corridors, providing consistent freight volume from manufacturing and aftermarket networks. This position delivers realistic earnings potential with modern safety technology, APU-equipped tractors, and full benefits including 401(k) match. Ideal for experienced OTR drivers seeking reliable miles and professional long-haul operations in a major freight gateway.
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