CDL-A Automotive Parts Delivery Driver – Manufacturing Support Routes
Hiring Radius: Louisville, KY Terminal Area
📍 Louisville, KY 🚚 Dedicated Regional ⚙️ Dry Van
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Terminal Location:
Louisville, KY
Average Weekly Pay
$1,845
Estimated Annual:
$95,940
Sign-on Bonus: $1,000
Home Time: Home several nights per week
Driver Type: Dedicated Regional Manufacturing Support
Weekly Miles: 1,700–2,200
Freight: Automotive Parts & Manufacturing Components
Equipment: Freightliner Cascadia, Kenworth T680, International LT
Experience: 6 months preferred
Position Overview
A mid-sized regional trucking company is hiring experienced CDL-A drivers to support dedicated automotive manufacturing operations based in the Louisville, KY area. This position serves automotive assembly plants, Tier 1 suppliers, sequencing centers, and component distribution facilities that operate on tightly coordinated production schedules throughout Kentucky, southern Indiana, and neighboring manufacturing corridors.
Drivers move palletized automotive components, returnable racks, stamped metal parts, powertrain assemblies, plastic molded components, and production materials between supplier facilities, sequencing centers, and assembly operations. Freight generally moves on scheduled appointments, although dispatch priorities may change throughout the day based on customer production requirements. The position combines highway driving with regular customer interaction, appointment management, trailer exchanges, and documentation responsibilities.
- Safely transport palletized automotive components, returnable steel racks, production packaging, and supplier materials between manufacturing plants, sequencing centers, and regional distribution facilities.
- Complete thorough pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections, reporting equipment deficiencies promptly through the ELD and maintenance reporting system.
- Verify trailer numbers, seal numbers, Bills of Lading (BOL), pickup references, and customer shipping documentation before departing each facility.
- Maintain communication with dispatch regarding appointment status, production delays, traffic conditions, detention events, and revised customer instructions.
- Follow customer-specific gate procedures, security requirements, PPE rules where applicable, and dock assignment instructions at manufacturing facilities.
This is a dedicated regional manufacturing support position. Drivers should expect a balanced workday that includes driving, waiting at manufacturing docks, completing shipping paperwork, and coordinating with warehouse personnel. Consistent freight volumes are maintained throughout most of the year.
Pay Breakdown & Earnings Structure
This account uses a hybrid hourly compensation model. Drivers are compensated for their working time and operational responsibilities, recognizing that productive work on this account includes driving, customer interaction, dock time, trailer inspections, paperwork, and manufacturing support activities.
Hourly Rate Regular Rate: $31.00/hour. Overtime Rate (after 40 hours): $46.50/hour.
Detention Pay $25/hour after the first 90 minutes. Applies only when customer-related loading or unloading delays exceed the established threshold.
Trailer Exchange Pay $15 per completed trailer exchange. Applies to designated supplier and sequencing-center trailer swaps.
Sign-On Bonus $1,000, paid as $250 after 30 days, $250 after 90 days, $500 after 180 days. Requires active employment and an acceptable safety record.
Referral Bonus Up to $1,500 paid after the referred driver successfully completes the required employment period.
Why Drivers Choose This Account
- Hybrid hourly pay structure that compensates for driving time, dock operations, trailer exchanges, and manufacturing support activities.
- Home several nights per week with most drivers returning to the Louisville terminal multiple times during each work cycle.
- Late-model equipment including Freightliner Cascadia, Kenworth T680, and International LT tractors with Samsara ELD and safety systems.
- Dedicated manufacturing support freight with scheduled appointments and trailer exchanges rather than high-mileage linehaul.
- Assigned tractors available whenever fleet utilization allows.
- Weekly direct deposit every Friday with paid orientation and onboarding.
Driver Benefits & Company Advantages
The benefits package reflects the practices of a regional mid-sized carrier operating dedicated manufacturing accounts.
Health Insurance
Medical, dental, and vision coverage options available for eligible drivers and dependents following the standard eligibility period.
Retirement Plan
401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution after eligibility requirements are met.
Paid Orientation
Paid orientation and onboarding at the Louisville terminal.
Weekly Pay & Direct Deposit
Weekly direct deposit every Friday.
Paid Time Off
Paid vacation based on length of service and paid company-recognized holidays.
Driver Support
24-hour maintenance assistance, dispatch support for manufacturing accounts, and operational support specific to manufacturing freight.
Equipment Programs
Assigned tractor whenever fleet availability permits and company-paid preventive maintenance.
Equipment & Fleet Specifications
The fleet consists of well-maintained late-model equipment typical of a regional carrier supporting dedicated industrial accounts.
Tractor Make: Freightliner, Kenworth, International
Tractor Model: Cascadia (2021–2024), T680 (2020–2023), LT Series (2020–2022)
Equipment Age: Late-model (2020–2024)
Trailer Type: 53-foot dry van trailers, logistics-spec swing door trailers with air-ride suspension
Transmission Type: Automatic transmissions
Safety Systems: Adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation braking, lane departure warning, stability control, forward-facing event camera
Electronic Log Device (ELD): Samsara ELD platform
Assigned Truck Policy: Assigned tractors available whenever fleet utilization allows
Operational Delays & Expectations
Detention Policy $25/hour after the first 90 minutes when customer-related delays exceed the established threshold.
Breakdown Support 24-hour maintenance assistance through the company's maintenance department and national service vendors.
Layover Pay Breakdown pay if a mechanical issue results in extended downtime beyond company policy.
Weather Delay Policy Dispatch adjusts plans for weather conditions, construction along I-65, I-64, and I-71.
Safety Program & Core Protocols
Equipment includes Samsara ELD platform, Qualcomm onboard communications, GPS routing assistance, electronic DVIR reporting, and safety systems such as adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation braking, lane departure warning, and stability control. Telematics is used primarily for safety coaching and maintenance scheduling.
Home Time Frequency & Time Off
This account is designed around regional manufacturing support. Most drivers return through the Louisville terminal several times during the week, although overnight stays are occasionally required when production schedules, late-day appointments, or customer requests make returning impractical.
Home Time Frequency: Home several nights per week with most drivers returning to the Louisville terminal multiple times during each work cycle. One to three nights away depending on lane assignments.
Reset Pattern: Weekend home time is common
Real Routes Our Drivers Take
To give you a clear expectation of your weekly dispatch, below are examples of freight lanes, operating areas, and transportation corridors regularly serviced by drivers on this account.
Primary Operating Area: Louisville, KY and surrounding manufacturing corridors in Kentucky and southern Indiana
States Covered: Kentucky, Indiana
Major Cities / Markets: Louisville KY, Georgetown KY, Princeton IN, Greensburg IN, Shepherdsville KY, Jeffersonville IN, Elizabethtown KY, Seymour IN
Freight Corridors: I-64, I-65, I-71, I-75, US-41, I-74
Typical Route Distance: Regional manufacturing support lanes
Average Weekly Miles: 1,700–2,200
Common Freight Movement: Supplier facilities to assembly plants and sequencing centers with returnable racks and empty containers
Operational Considerations: Scheduled appointments, production schedule changes, construction on major interstates, gate procedures at manufacturing facilities
This account supports the automotive manufacturing network centered around Louisville. Typical lanes include Louisville to Georgetown via I-64 and I-75, Louisville to Princeton via I-64 and US-41, and Louisville to Greensburg via I-65 and I-74. Reload opportunities through area logistics parks and supplier networks. Dispatch adjusts lane assignments based on production requirements.
Dispatch Philosophy & Driver Support
Dispatch is managed by a fleet dedicated to manufacturing accounts. Load planners receive customer production forecasts and supplier updates. Drivers normally receive the following day's preliminary dispatch by late afternoon or early evening. Communication takes place primarily through the Samsara onboard platform. Dispatch, customer service, and operations personnel work together to adjust appointments when production schedules shift.
License & Driver Requirements
Please review our requirements to ensure qualifications before launching your application process.
Verifiable Class-A Experience: Minimum 6 months of verifiable CDL-A driving experience preferred
CDL License Class: Valid Class A CDL
Required Endorsements: None required (No HazMat, Tanker, or TWIC endorsement needed)
Age: 21 or older
Hiring Process
The hiring process is designed to ensure drivers meet both company safety standards and the operational requirements of dedicated automotive manufacturing customers.
Application Review Submit application. Most qualified applicants receive an initial recruiter phone call within one business day.
Recruiter Contact Initial recruiter phone call to discuss qualifications.
Driver Qualification Verification of CDL credentials, previous employment, driving history, and Motor Vehicle Record. Possible road evaluation and equipment familiarization.
Background & Compliance DOT pre-employment drug screening, Alcohol Clearinghouse query, and background review.
Orientation Orientation normally takes one to two days at the Louisville terminal and includes safety policies, ELD training, manufacturing customer procedures, trailer exchange workflow, and company documentation requirements. Orientation time is paid.
First Dispatch Most new drivers receive their first dispatch within one to three business days following orientation.
Drivers should provide a valid CDL, DOT medical certificate, employment history, identification documents during onboarding. Assigned equipment is typically released after orientation and final fleet assignment.
A Typical Day on This Account
Most drivers begin their day between 4:30 AM and 7:00 AM. Initial dispatch information is usually available before the shift begins. The first assignment often starts at a supplier plant or logistics park in the Louisville metropolitan area.
Shift Start
Complete pre-trip inspection, verify equipment, trailer inspection, shipping documents, confirm seal numbers if required.
During the Day
Highway driving on I-64, I-65 and other corridors, complete manufacturing deliveries and trailer exchanges, communicate with dispatch on production status and appointment changes.
End of Shift
Return to Louisville terminal several times per week for equipment inspections, paperwork, or trailer changes. Post-trip inspection and documentation.
Dispatch priorities may change throughout the day based on customer production requirements. Drivers verify documentation, perform trailer exchanges, and coordinate with warehouse personnel at manufacturing facilities.
Freight Specifications
Primary Commodities: Palletized automotive components, stamped steel parts, plastic interior assemblies, seating components, wiring harnesses, suspension modules, returnable steel racks, empty containers, production packaging
Trailer Type: 53-foot dry van trailers and logistics-spec swing door trailers
Load Profile: 35% drop-and-hook, 40% live unload, 25% live load
Delivery & Unloading Process
Drivers typically check in through staffed security gates, present pickup or delivery numbers, verify trailer and seal information, and receive dock assignments. Drivers remain available while trailers are being loaded or unloaded. Before departure, drivers verify trailer condition, confirm shipping documentation, inspect seal integrity when required, and obtain signed Bills of Lading or Proof of Delivery. Trailer exchanges are common at sequencing centers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the home time frequency on this account? A: Home several nights per week with returns to the Louisville terminal multiple times during each work cycle.
Q: What equipment configurations do drivers run? A: Freightliner Cascadia, Kenworth T680, International LT tractors with Samsara ELD.
Q: What is the pay structure? A: $31.00 per hour regular, $46.50 overtime after 40 hours, plus detention and trailer exchange pay.
Q: What is the required Class A road experience? A: Minimum 6 months of verifiable CDL-A driving experience preferred.
Career Opportunities
This dedicated regional manufacturing support position is well-suited for CDL-A drivers who prefer consistent freight tied to automotive production schedules over high-mileage OTR runs. Drivers comfortable with appointment-based deliveries, trailer exchanges at supplier and sequencing facilities, and professional communication with manufacturing customers will find the operation matches their preferences. The role involves a mix of highway driving on Kentucky and Indiana corridors and time at customer docks supporting just-in-time inventory systems. Drivers who value regional home time, late-model equipment, and stable freight volumes from established manufacturing networks will be a strong fit for this Louisville-based account.
CDL-A Truck Driving Jobs in Louisville, KY
Louisville remains one of the largest freight hubs in the Ohio Valley due to the concentration of automotive manufacturing, industrial suppliers, UPS Worldport, interstate connectivity, and numerous regional distribution centers. CDL-A drivers supporting automotive manufacturing operations in the Louisville area move production-critical components on scheduled appointments between supplier plants, sequencing centers, and assembly facilities throughout Kentucky and southern Indiana.
Major corridors including I-64, I-65, and I-71 carry significant manufacturing freight volumes. Just-in-time inventory systems at automotive facilities require reliable transportation timing. Regional CDL-A drivers in this market handle palletized parts, returnable racks, and production materials while managing gate procedures, seal verification, and documentation at manufacturing sites. Construction activity and shift-change traffic are common operational factors along primary routes.
CDL-A Regional Dry Van Driver positions focused on manufacturing support provide balanced work combining driving with customer facility operations. Louisville's logistics network supports consistent freight movement for experienced drivers seeking dedicated regional routes with regular returns to the local terminal.
