🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Denver, CO
- Route type: Regional Dedicated
- Freight: Dry van - consumer goods & retail merchandise
- Schedule: Typically 5-day workweek with weekly home time
📋 Job Description
- Operate along the I-25 corridor moving dry van freight between distribution centers, manufacturing facilities, and wholesale warehouses throughout Colorado and Wyoming.
- Handle pre-planned loads with limited-touch freight, occasional trailer swaps, and live loading or unloading at customer facilities.
- Safely navigate mountain terrain, winter weather conditions, and commuter traffic in the Denver metro area while maintaining HOS compliance.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections, secure freight documentation, and communicate professionally with dispatch and warehouse personnel.
- Deliver palletized consumer packaged goods, food products, household supplies, and general retail merchandise in 53-foot dry van trailers.
- Adapt to seasonal freight volume changes and occasional multi-stop deliveries along I-70 and I-25 corridors.
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
At least 12 months of recent tractor-trailer experience
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Acceptable motor vehicle record
Physical
Ability to safely operate in mountain terrain and winter weather conditions
Endorsements
None required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Mixed fleet of Freightliner Cascadia, Volvo VNL, and International LT tractors
- Fleet average age: Not specified
- Features: 53' dry van trailers with air-ride suspension
- Transmission type: Mostly automatic transmissions with limited manual units
- Maintenance program: Preventive maintenance through company facilities and regional repair vendors
🏠 Home Time
- Home weekly with consistent schedules when freight permits
- Typically 5-day workweek with two consecutive days off
- Occasional overnight stays on longer Wyoming routes
- Dispatch plans loads several days in advance with adjustments for weather and customer needs
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Denver, CO distribution centers to Cheyenne, WY and return via I-25 handling palletized retail freight
- Denver, CO to Casper, WY and Fort Collins, CO with dry van consumer goods loads
- Denver, CO to Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and occasional Grand Junction runs along I-25 and I-70
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
🏢 About the Company
This regional carrier has specialized in dedicated dry van freight throughout Colorado, Wyoming, and neighboring Rocky Mountain markets since 2014. The operation primarily serves regional distribution networks, consumer goods suppliers, food wholesalers, and light manufacturing customers that require scheduled freight movements.
Founded
2014
Fleet Size
Approximately 115 power units
Primary Freight
Dedicated Dry Van Retail & Consumer Goods Distribution
Operating Area
Colorado, Wyoming, and surrounding Rocky Mountain regional lanes
Equipment
Mixed fleet of Freightliner Cascadia, Volvo VNL, and International LT tractors pulling 53-foot dry van trailers
Driver Support
24/7 dispatch & roadside assistance
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does a typical week look like for this Denver regional position?
Drivers usually run a 5-day schedule along I-25 between Denver, Fort Collins, Cheyenne, and Casper with most loads pre-planned. Expect weekly home time and occasional adjustments for weather or freight volume.
What type of freight will I haul?
You will primarily haul palletized dry van freight including consumer packaged goods, food products, household supplies, paper products, and general retail merchandise between regional distribution centers and warehouses.
How does the sign-on bonus work?
The $2,000 sign-on bonus is paid in installments: $500 after 30 days, $700 after 60 days, and $800 after 90 days, provided you remain in good standing.
Will I get assigned equipment?
Assigned tractors are generally available after initial training and based on seniority. The fleet includes mostly automatic transmissions with occasional slip-seating during maintenance or peak periods.
Is mountain and winter driving required?
Yes. Drivers must be comfortable with mountain grades in western Colorado, high winds in Wyoming, and winter chain law requirements along I-70 and I-25 corridors.
What home time can I expect?
Most drivers are home weekly with two consecutive days off when schedules permit. Occasional overnights may occur on longer Wyoming runs.
💼 Career Opportunities
CDL-A drivers in the Denver metro area have strong opportunities in regional dedicated dry van operations. This position builds valuable experience navigating Rocky Mountain routes, managing weather-impacted schedules, and delivering no-touch and limited-touch freight consistently. Drivers gain familiarity with I-25 and I-70 corridors while developing strong safety records in variable conditions. Regional dedicated work offers more predictable earnings and home time compared to OTR, with potential for quarterly safety and productivity bonuses. Experienced drivers in this lane often advance toward lead roles or trainer positions as they demonstrate reliability with palletized retail and consumer goods freight. The Colorado and Wyoming markets continue to need skilled professionals who understand distribution center operations, trailer positioning, and mountain driving best practices. This role provides a solid foundation for long-term stability in the regional trucking segment.
🔗 CDL-A Regional Dedicated Driver – Denver, CO
Denver CDL-A drivers looking for stable regional work will find this dedicated dry van opportunity a strong fit. Based in the Denver metropolitan area, this position focuses on consistent freight movement throughout Colorado and southern Wyoming along the I-25 corridor. Drivers haul consumer packaged goods, retail merchandise, and palletized freight in 53-foot dry vans with primarily no-touch loads and occasional trailer swaps. Pay averages $1,550–$1,850 weekly at $0.61–$0.67 CPM with a $2,000 sign-on bonus. Home weekly on a typical 5-day schedule makes this ideal for drivers who want predictable time off without long-haul runs. The operation includes mountain driving, winter conditions, and distribution center work serving Front Range markets. With a fleet of Freightliner, Volvo, and International tractors, this role suits experienced drivers comfortable with Rocky Mountain operations. Apply today for this dedicated regional position offering weekly home time and steady freight in Colorado and Wyoming.
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