Full-Time CDL-A Dedicated Regional Freight
Regional Dedicated Dry Van CDL-A Driver — Boise, ID | Home Weekly
Hiring Area: Boise, ID • Terminal: Boise / Meridian, ID
Regional Dry Van Weekly Home Time 2019–2024 Tractors
Run dedicated retail and general merchandise freight from the Boise area across Idaho and neighboring western states. Earn $1,700–$1,950 gross per week on a mileage-plus-stop-pay plan, with a scheduled weekly home reset, approximately 2,300–2,700 miles, and a $1,500 sign-on bonus paid in stages.
Weekly Gross Pay
$1,700–$1,950
Annualized Estimate: $88,400–$101,400
Sign-On Bonus $1,500, staged payments
Home Time Weekly 34-hour reset
Route Type Dedicated regional
Weekly Miles 2,300–2,700
Freight Dry van, retail and packaged goods
Job Status: Currently Hiring
• Last Verified: October 12, 2026
This dedicated regional account combines highway miles with scheduled retail deliveries. Drivers operate a 53-foot dry van and coordinate with dispatch to complete store appointments and return freight efficiently.
- Transport palletized retail merchandise and general dry freight on assigned regional lanes.
- Complete tractor and trailer inspections and report defects before departure.
- Verify load numbers, seals, bills of lading and delivery appointments.
- Check in with receiving staff and obtain signed proof of delivery at each stop.
- Keep dispatch updated on traffic, weather, detention and appointment changes.
- Secure empty trailers, confirm return-load instructions and report equipment issues.
- Follow hours-of-service requirements and plan safe parking during regional overnights.
Pay combines loaded and qualifying paid miles with stop compensation and an applicable fuel surcharge. Weekly earnings depend on dispatched miles, completed stops, freight volume and qualifying accessorial pay.
Base Mileage $0.64 per paid mile
Stop Pay $40 per qualifying additional stop
Fuel Surcharge Variable mileage-based surcharge when applicable
Detention $25/hour after 2 hours, with qualifying documentation
Sign-On Bonus $1,500: $500 after 30 days, $500 after 90 days, $500 after 180 days
Typical Weekly Example 2,500 paid miles + 6 qualifying stops + $75 surcharge ≈ $1,915
The weekly example is illustrative, not a guaranteed minimum. Bonus payments are separate from regular wages and subject to the applicable eligibility terms.
Home Time Weekly 34-hour reset, normally including a weekend day
Days Out Usually 4–5 days per dispatch cycle
Weekly Miles 2,300–2,700, depending on route assignments
Typical Start Approximately 5:00–8:00 AM; some customer windows vary
Delivery Pattern Generally 2–4 retail stops per operating day when scheduled
Terminal Boise / Meridian, Idaho area
Weekend return is the normal plan, but severe weather, receiver delays or peak-season freight may shift the arrival time. Confirm the assigned schedule and days off with recruiting.
Tractor Models Freightliner Cascadia or Volvo VNL
Model Years Approximately 2019–2024
Transmission Automatic
Cab Sleeper tractor for regional overnights
Trailer 53-foot dry van, swing doors
Assignment Assigned tractor when available; temporary swaps for service or coverage
Driver Technology ELD, dispatch tablet, GPS, dash camera and electronic inspection reporting
The fleet uses maintained, work-ready equipment rather than an all-new truck lineup. Drivers are expected to report mechanical defects promptly and keep the assigned cab and trailer in serviceable condition.
Dedicated dry-van freight includes packaged household goods, apparel, seasonal merchandise, store supplies and other palletized retail products. Routes are planned around delivery windows, road conditions and the availability of return freight.
- Boise, ID – Twin Falls, ID: Primarily I-84 and I-86, serving southern Idaho retail locations.
- Boise, ID – Pocatello, ID: I-84 and I-86, with scheduled deliveries and potential return freight.
- Boise, ID – Ontario, OR: I-84 corridor for eastern Oregon retail replenishment.
- Boise, ID – Salt Lake City, UT: I-84 and I-15 for selected longer regional assignments.
- Loads are commonly staged or drop-and-hook at the distribution point; retail receivers generally unload at the store.
- Backhauls may include returns, transfers or other compatible dry freight when available.
- Dispatch can change stop order or routing when appointment times, weather or hours-of-service limits require it.
- Start at the Boise-area terminal, review dispatch instructions and inspect the tractor and trailer.
- Confirm trailer number, seal, load paperwork and receiving appointments before leaving the yard.
- Complete the highway leg, allowing for fuel stops, legal breaks and regional weather.
- Check in at each store, follow receiving instructions and collect signed delivery documents.
- Report delays or refused freight immediately so dispatch can protect later appointments.
- Follow instructions for the next load, empty trailer or return movement toward Boise.
- Finish the cycle with the planned weekly home reset when operating conditions allow.
About the Carrier
This mid-sized regional trucking operation supports retail distribution through a dedicated dry-van fleet based in the Boise area. Recurring customer freight provides a more structured dispatch pattern than open-market OTR work, although delivery appointments and weekly volume still influence individual runs. Drivers work with a regional dispatch team to coordinate store deliveries, trailer availability and return movements. The fleet combines late-model tractors with established, maintained equipment suited to regular interstate service. Its operating model prioritizes safe delivery execution, practical equipment utilization and consistent communication rather than promising identical routes every week.
Health Coverage Medical, dental and vision plans after the eligibility waiting period
Retirement 401(k) with company match, subject to plan terms
Paid Time Off Paid vacation based on tenure and company policy
Safety Incentive Eligible drivers can earn up to $600 annually
Additional Support Paid orientation, fuel card, roadside assistance and uniform allowance
Benefit eligibility, enrollment dates and incentive conditions are governed by the applicable company plans and policies.
- Valid Class A CDL and current DOT medical qualification.
- At least 12 months of verifiable tractor-trailer experience preferred.
- Acceptable MVR, safety history and employment verification.
- Ability to operate a 53-foot dry van and maneuver in retail delivery areas.
- Working knowledge of ELDs, hours-of-service rules and electronic delivery paperwork.
- Ability to handle early starts, regional overnights and winter driving conditions.
- Successful completion of required drug screening and Clearinghouse checks.
- Snow, ice and chain restrictions on elevated routes during winter weather.
- Traffic and construction along I-84 and connections toward I-86 and I-15.
- Retail dock queues, appointment changes and incomplete receiving paperwork.
- Peak-season inventory surges that increase stop density and reduce schedule flexibility.
- Equipment service needs or delayed trailer availability at the distribution point.
1
Recruiter Call
Discuss experience, home location, availability and pay structure.
2
Safety Review
Verify CDL, medical status, MVR, employment history and required screenings.
3
Orientation
Complete onboarding, safety procedures, ELD training and dedicated-account instructions.
4
Equipment & Dispatch
Review equipment assignment and receive the first approved dispatch.
Q: How much can a regional dry van driver earn from Boise? ▼
The advertised gross range is $1,700–$1,950 per week. Actual pay depends on paid miles, qualifying stops, applicable surcharge and eligible accessorial payments.
Q: How often will I be home? ▼
The normal schedule provides a weekly 34-hour reset, generally after four to five days out. Severe weather, delivery delays and peak volume can affect the return time.
Q: Is this a dedicated route or regular OTR work? ▼
This is a dedicated regional account with recurring retail freight and an established operating area. Stop sequences and return loads can vary according to customer demand.
Q: Will I have to unload freight? ▼
Store receiving teams generally handle unloading, but drivers must follow each receiver's check-in procedures and assist with documentation. Confirm any account-specific handling duties during recruitment.
Q: What equipment will I drive? ▼
The account uses automatic Freightliner Cascadia and Volvo VNL sleeper tractors, generally model years 2019–2024, with 53-foot dry vans. Equipment swaps may occur during maintenance or coverage needs.
Q: How is detention paid? ▼
Qualifying detention pays $25 per hour after two hours when the delay meets account rules and the required arrival, departure and supporting records are submitted.
Q: What experience is required? ▼
A valid Class A CDL and current DOT medical qualification are required. At least 12 months of verifiable tractor-trailer experience is preferred, along with an acceptable driving and safety record.
Q: How is the sign-on bonus paid? ▼
The $1,500 bonus is scheduled in three $500 payments after 30, 90 and 180 days, subject to the applicable eligibility and employment requirements.
Boise's CDL-A market offers a mix of regional dry van, dedicated retail, local delivery, food distribution, construction hauling and over-the-road work. Recent regional listings show that employers compete for experienced drivers through a combination of mileage pay, stop compensation, weekly home time and benefits. Dedicated multi-stop accounts suit drivers who prefer repeat customer networks over constantly changing OTR freight, while local delivery roles appeal to those seeking more frequent returns home. Regional and OTR pay is commonly structured around cents per mile, sometimes supplemented by stop or activity pay; local delivery more often uses hourly wages and overtime. Actual earnings vary with miles, hours, freight handling and schedule. Employers generally prioritize a valid CDL-A, verifiable tractor-trailer experience, an acceptable MVR and dependable safety performance. Retail peaks around holidays and back-to-school can increase route volume and scheduling pressure.
The Boise–Meridian–Nampa area serves as a distribution base for Idaho's population centers and nearby western markets. Retail replenishment and general merchandise move through regional distribution facilities, while food processing, agriculture, building materials and consumer supply chains generate additional truckload demand. Dry vans support packaged goods and store inventory; refrigerated equipment serves temperature-controlled food, and flatbeds carry lumber, steel and construction products. I-84 is the principal freight artery west toward Ontario and eastern Oregon and southeast toward connections with I-86 and I-15. These links support local deliveries, multi-day regional runs and longer movements toward northern Utah. Drivers must allow for winter snow and ice, changing mountain conditions, construction and appointment-related delays. Store deliveries can involve limited receiving space, dock queues, seal checks and signed proof-of-delivery paperwork. Return freight depends on customer demand and is not guaranteed on every lane.