🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Lexington, KY
- Route type: Regional
- Freight: General merchandise, packaged consumer goods, retail distribution freight
- Schedule: 2–5 day cycles with predictable Southeast dispatch planning
📋 Job Description
- Transport freight between Southeast distribution centers and warehouse hubs
- Operate structured regional lanes across KY, TN, GA, and NC corridors
- Perform drop & hook and live unload operations
- Ensure safe freight handling and DOT compliance on all trips
- Communicate with dispatch for routing and delivery updates
- Maintain on-time deliveries across regional freight cycles
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
6+ months preferred, regional experience a plus
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record, no major violations
Physical
Occasional freight checks and load securement inspections
Endorsements
None required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Company-assigned tractors
- Fleet average age: Late-model equipment
- Features: Automatic transmissions, ELD compliance, standard safety systems
🗓 Typical Weekly Schedule
- Day 1: Dispatch out of Lexington, regional outbound load
- Day 2: Delivery to Southeast distribution hub (TN/GA corridor)
- Day 3: Reload or multi-stop regional route
- Day 4: Return flow freight toward KY/NC lanes
- Day 5: Final deliveries and reset/home time rotation
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Lexington, KY → Nashville, TN (I-75 / I-65 interchange routing)
- Lexington, KY → Atlanta, GA via I-75 South corridor
- Lexington, KY → Charlotte, NC via I-85 freight corridor
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
💰 Bonus Structure
Regional bonus structure tied to mileage, safety, and delivery performance across Southeast freight lanes.
⭐ Why Drivers Choose This Job
- Consistent regional freight without long OTR resets
- Predictable home time every 5–7 days
- No-touch dry van freight with steady dispatch flow
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How often am I home?
Drivers are typically home every 5–7 days depending on freight flow.
Is the freight touch or no-touch?
Most loads are no-touch with occasional dock assistance.
What states will I run?
Main lanes include KY, TN, GA, and NC within the Southeast corridor.
Do I need endorsements?
No endorsements are required for this dry van position.
How many miles per week?
Drivers average 2,000–2,600 miles weekly depending on dispatch.
Is experience required?
Minimum 6 months CDL-A experience preferred but not strictly required.
📊 Local Market Insights
Lexington, KY sits along key freight corridors including I-75 and I-64, connecting Midwest and Southeast distribution flows. Regional trucking activity is largely tied to warehouse redistribution and retail supply chains moving through Kentucky into Tennessee and Georgia. The area supports steady cross-state dry van movement due to its position between major Southeastern logistics hubs. Freight patterns remain consistent through year-round consumer goods and regional manufacturing distribution.
🔗 CDL-A Regional Dry Van Driver – Southeast Routes – Lexington, KY
This CDL-A Regional Dry Van Driver role based in Lexington, Kentucky focuses on structured Southeast freight lanes connecting major distribution hubs across TN, GA, and NC. Drivers operate within a predictable regional network supported by steady retail and consumer goods movement. Routes typically follow interstate corridors such as I-75, I-40, and I-85, providing consistent freight flow between warehouses and regional DCs. The position is designed for drivers who prefer balanced home time while still maintaining steady weekly miles. Freight is primarily no-touch dry van, including general merchandise and packaged retail goods. With home time every 5–7 days and consistent dispatch cycles, this role fits drivers looking for stable regional operations rather than long-haul OTR schedules. Earnings range from $1,300–$1,600 weekly depending on miles and performance, with additional bonus opportunities tied to safety, mileage efficiency, and on-time delivery metrics.
🚀 Apply for This CDL-A Position
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