🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Dallas, TX near Wilmer and Lancaster logistics corridor
- Route type: Local LTL linehaul along I-35, I-20 and I-45 corridors
- Freight: Consolidated LTL pallets for retail and industrial customers
- Schedule: Night shifts with drop-and-hook terminal runs
- Coverage: Dallas hub to Houston, San Antonio, Austin and Oklahoma City terminals
- Dispatch: Cross-dock operations at Texas Freight Hub Network facilities
📋 Job Description
- Transport sealed LTL trailers between Dallas terminals and regional Texas hubs
- Perform drop-and-hook operations at cross-dock facilities
- Navigate nightly linehaul routes with multi-stop terminal sequencing
- Complete inbound backhauls of consolidated freight to Dallas sortation
- Utilize ORBIS tracking system for real-time load visibility
- Maintain on-time performance for safety and performance bonuses
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
1+ year LTL or linehaul experience preferred
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record, no major violations
Physical
Able to secure loads and climb in/out of equipment
Endorsements
None required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Late-model Volvo VNL and Freightliner day cab / regional tractors
- Fleet average age: 2–6 years
- Features: Automatic transmission with collision mitigation and lane departure
- Transmission type: Automatic
- Maintenance program: Company-supported preventive maintenance network
- ELD: Omnitracs with integrated multi-stop dispatch
🏠 Home Time
- Home daily or every other day based on route pairing
- Night shifts typically starting 17:00–22:00 with morning returns
- Predictable terminal schedules with structured weekend rotations
- Consistent operations allowing reliable family time
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Dallas to Houston terminal run via I-45 South (drop-and-hook, ~500 miles round trip)
- Dallas to San Antonio / Austin loop along I-35 corridor with backhaul freight
- Dallas to Oklahoma City linehaul via I-35 North serving regional distribution
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the weekly mileage expectation?
Typically 2,200–2,800 miles depending on route demand.
Is this drop-and-hook only?
Yes, majority of runs are drop-and-hook at terminals.
When do shifts usually start?
Between 5:00 PM and 10:00 PM for night linehaul.
Are overtime hours available?
Yes, during peak retail and industrial seasons.
Do drivers get detention pay?
Yes, after 2 hours when verified by terminal dispatch.
Is weekend work required?
Structured rotations with predictable days off.
💼 Career Opportunities
Operating in the Dallas LTL hub-and-spoke network gives drivers deep experience managing tight terminal schedules, coordinating with multiple cross-dock teams, and executing efficient backhaul strategies across North Texas freight lanes. Drivers learn to maximize utilization on high-volume I-35 and I-45 corridors while maintaining strict on-time service levels for mixed retail and industrial freight.
Many experienced drivers in this operation advance into dedicated account roles or become route trainers helping new hires master terminal procedures and load planning specifics. Others move into local yard or shuttle positions with even more predictable schedules. The operational discipline developed here transfers well into other regional distribution networks throughout the Southwest.
🔗 Local CDL-A LTL Linehaul Driver Jobs – Dallas, TX
Dallas CDL-A drivers looking for stable local linehaul work will find strong opportunities in the Texas Freight Hub Network. This position focuses on efficient LTL movements between the Dallas cross-dock hub and key regional terminals in Houston, San Antonio, Austin, and Oklahoma City. Drivers enjoy mostly drop-and-hook operations on nightly cycles with average round trips of 400–900 miles.
The role offers $1,400–$1,850 weekly pay, a $1,200 sign-on bonus, and $150 monthly safety bonus for consistent performance. Equipment includes well-maintained automatic Volvo and Freightliner tractors with modern safety features. Freight consists of palletized retail and industrial shipments moving through the strong North Texas logistics market centered around major interstates and distribution clusters.
With predictable night schedules and frequent home time, this position suits drivers who want consistent mileage without extended OTR time away from home. Apply today for immediate consideration in one of the busiest freight markets in the Southwest.
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