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Regional CDL-A Owner Operator — Alabama

Sylacauga & Calera, AL | Full-time | $182,000–$234,000 per year

Pay & Compensation

  • Weekly pay: $3,500–$4,500
  • Annualized: $182,000–$234,000
  • $3,000 Sign-on Bonus for qualified drivers
  • Fuel surcharge applied to all trips
  • Calculate your potential earnings with our CDL-A Pay Calculator

Location & Routes

  • Based out of Sylacauga and Calera, AL
  • Regional deliveries across AL, TN, SC, NC, GA
  • Dry bulk and chemical freight
  • Dispatch coordination and customer communication for timely deliveries

Job Description

  • Operate dry bulk and chemical transport trucks safely
  • Comply with DOT, FMCSA & HOS regulations
  • Perform pre-trip inspections and maintain ELD logs
  • Ensure cargo safety and vehicle maintenance
  • Maintain communication with dispatch

Requirements

License

Valid CDL-A with Tanker endorsement

Medical & Compliance

DOT medical card and compliance with HOS rules

Experience

3–4 years tractor-trailer experience

Safety & Record

No DUI or major preventable accidents in past 3 years

Equipment & Fleet

  • Late-model tractors with sleeper cabs
  • GPS & telematics for route optimization
  • Regular maintenance and roadside support
  • Tractors 2010+ with all safety features

Home Time

  • Regular regional home time
  • Flexible scheduling based on routes and customers

Hiring Process

  • Application submission online
  • Phone screening with recruiter
  • Verification of CDL and endorsements
  • Orientation and equipment assignment
  • Start of regional routes

Benefits

  • Fuel and tire discounts
  • Experienced dispatch and management support
  • All tolls reimbursed
  • Safety-focused culture with training
  • Paid weekly and performance incentives

FAQ

Work schedule?

Monday–Friday, occasional weekends depending on customer needs.

Freight type?

Dry bulk and chemical loads

Pay calculation?

Weekly pay plus fuel surcharge and sign-on bonuses

Equipment?

Tractors 2010+ with GPS and telematics

Hiring duration?

1–2 weeks including screening and orientation

Home time?

Regular regional home time with flexibility

Real Routes Our Drivers Take

  • Sylacauga → Birmingham → Nashville → Atlanta → Charlotte
  • Calera → Huntsville → Chattanooga → Greenville
  • Regional chemical and dry bulk circuits in AL, TN, SC, NC, GA
  • Pickups and deliveries coordinated with dispatch
  • Scheduled drop-offs to optimize home time

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