🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Saint Paul, MN (Twin Cities terminal)
- Route type: Regional multi-day cycles
- Freight: Dry van retail and industrial goods
- Schedule: 2–4 day runs with weekly home resets
📋 Job Description
- Operate day cabs on 350–650 mile regional runs connecting Twin Cities distribution hubs with Milwaukee and Des Moines DCs.
- Execute drop-and-hook sequences at retail and industrial facilities while completing ELD logs and pre/post-trip inspections.
- Coordinate with dispatch for backhaul loads from southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois suppliers on 10–14 hour shifts.
- Perform yard movements and dock spotting during peak distribution waves handling 2,000–3,000 weekly miles.
- Verify seals, secure landing gear, and update YMS entries between reload assignments across MN-WI-IA corridors.
- Navigate multi-stop cycles with efficient reload planning to minimize deadhead miles in Upper Midwest network.
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
1+ year regional dry van experience preferred
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record, no major violations
Physical
Trailer coupling/uncoupling, dock backing, and yard positioning required
Endorsements
None required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Dedicated day cab units dispatched from Saint Paul terminal based on route availability.
- Fleet average age: 2–5 year Kenworth T680 and Volvo VNL models.
- Features: APU, fridge, inverter, and Omnitracs ELD systems standard on all tractors.
- Transmission type: Automatic transmissions across the regional fleet.
- Maintenance program: Hybrid in-house and vendor network with rapid response for minimal downtime.
🏠 Home Time
- Dispatch plans weekly returns to Twin Cities terminal after completing final drop in IA or WI network.
- Freight cycles allow structured 5–6 day rotations with predictable reload timing at Saint Paul hub.
- Weekend resets prioritized through coordinated backhaul planning from regional distribution centers.
- Late inbound loads trigger adjusted release windows to maintain consistent home time patterns.
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Saint Paul Terminal → Milwaukee Retail DC → I-94 East
- Saint Paul Terminal → Des Moines Industrial Park → I-35 South
- Twin Cities Cross-Dock → Chicago Outskirts Distribution → I-94 / I-90
- Saint Paul Hub → Southern WI Supplier → I-94 West (backhaul)
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many miles will I run weekly?
Drivers average 2,000–3,000 miles per week on 2–4 day regional cycles with coordinated reloads in the MN-WI-IA network.
What type of freight will I haul?
Primarily no-touch drop-and-hook dry van loads of retail goods and industrial components between major distribution centers.
How consistent is home time?
Weekly resets to the Saint Paul terminal are standard, driven by dispatch planning around freight cycles and final unloads.
Are trucks assigned or slip-seated?
Drivers are assigned late-model day cabs from the Saint Paul fleet with APU and inverter for multi-day comfort.
Is overtime or detention paid?
Yes, overtime applies after 40 hours and detention pay is provided for delays at distribution centers.
What are typical shift start times?
Most runs begin between 4:00 AM and 8:00 AM depending on load assignments and dock appointments.
💼 Career Opportunities
This regional dry van position serves as a strong foundation for long-term advancement within Upper Midwest freight operations. Drivers typically begin with consistent MN-WI-IA corridor runs that build deep route knowledge and customer relationships at major distribution centers. Internal progression paths include movement into dedicated account lanes, team driver opportunities, or local yard/shuttle roles with more frequent home time. High-performing drivers are often selected for fleet trainer positions or dispatch support roles that leverage their operational experience. The stable retail and industrial freight mix in this network provides year-round work with predictable cycles, allowing drivers to develop specialized skills in multi-stop regional planning and backhaul optimization. Many advance into transportation supervisor or fleet coordinator roles after demonstrating strong safety records and dispatch coordination abilities.
🔗 Regional CDL-A Dry Van Driver – MN–WI–IA Freight Network – Saint Paul, MN
Saint Paul CDL-A drivers are essential to the Upper Midwest supply chain moving retail goods and industrial freight across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa. This regional dry van opportunity offers $1,600–$2,050 weekly pay based on 55–70 variable hours per week depending on freight volume and dispatch scheduling. Operating from the Twin Cities terminal, drivers handle realistic 2–4 day cycles with drop-and-hook efficiency on key lanes including Minneapolis to Milwaukee, Twin Cities to Des Moines, and connections toward Chicago distribution points. The fleet features well-maintained 2–5 year old Kenworth and Volvo automatic tractors equipped with APUs and modern ELDs. With weekly home resets, $1,500 sign-on bonus, and monthly safety incentives, this role delivers operational stability in a high-volume regional network. Drivers benefit from consistent freight flow, minimal deadhead miles through coordinated planning, and full benefits including health coverage and retirement options.
🚀 Apply for This CDL-A Position
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