🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Fresno, CA
- Route type: Local Home Daily P&D
- Freight: LTL Palletized Commercial Freight
- Schedule: Monday-Friday daytime, 6:00 AM - 8:00 AM start
📋 Job Description
- Perform local pickup and delivery (P&D) operations for LTL freight throughout Fresno County and Central Valley communities
- Handle multiple customer stops daily moving palletized freight between manufacturing facilities, agricultural shippers, warehouses, distribution centers, and local businesses
- Complete dock pickups, business deliveries, freight inspections, bill of lading verification, and electronic proof of delivery
- Secure freight, inspect bills of lading, verify piece counts, and use pallet jack during deliveries when needed
- Communicate with dispatch regarding appointment windows, changing customer priorities, and additional pickups
- Return to the Fresno freight hub at the end of each shift with accurate electronic logs and paperwork
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
At least 12 months of recent Class A driving experience
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Acceptable MVR
Physical
Ability to safely perform freight inspections and secure cargo
Endorsements
HazMat and Doubles/Triples endorsements preferred
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Freightliner Cascadia, Peterbilt 579, and International LT day cab tractors
- Trailers: 28-foot pup trailers, 53-foot dry van trailers, and doubles where assigned
- Transmission type: Mostly automatic transmissions with limited manual units in reserve
- Assignment: Senior drivers generally receive assigned tractors; newer drivers may operate slip-seat or different units
- Features: Electronic logs, in-cab communication systems, and electronic inspection reporting standard
🏠 Home Time
- Home daily with return to the Fresno terminal at the end of each workday
- Monday through Friday schedule with typical shift length of 9 to 11 hours
- Typical start times between 6:00 AM and 8:00 AM
- Sundays typically off with occasional Saturday work based on customer demand
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Fresno terminal to multiple stops in Visalia and return with LTL pickups along Highway 99
- Fresno to Madera, Hanford, and Selma commercial deliveries with dock appointments and P&D freight
- Fresno to Clovis, Tulare, and Merced area warehouse and distribution center runs throughout the Central Valley
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
🏢 About the Company
This privately operated regional LTL carrier has served California's Central Valley since 2006, providing scheduled pickup and delivery services for commercial shippers, manufacturers, agricultural suppliers, distributors, and industrial customers throughout the region. The company focuses on dependable day-to-day freight movement with dispatch teams working closely with local drivers to adjust routes as freight volumes change during produce seasons.
Primary Freight
LTL Freight
Operating Area
California Central Valley and Northern California Regional Network
Equipment
Mixed fleet of Freightliner Cascadia, Peterbilt 579, and International LT day cab tractors pulling 28-foot pup trailers and 53-foot dry vans
Driver Support
24/7 dispatch & roadside assistance
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does a typical day look like for this LTL P&D role?
Drivers start at the Fresno hub organizing freight, complete multiple pickups and deliveries across the Central Valley, handle bill of lading verification and freight inspections, and return to the terminal each evening.
What type of equipment will I operate?
You will operate day cab tractors including Freightliner Cascadia, Peterbilt 579, and International LT models pulling 28-foot pups, 53-foot dry vans, or doubles as assigned. The fleet is mostly automatic transmission.
How often will I be home?
This is a true home daily position. Drivers return to the Fresno terminal every evening with a Monday-Friday schedule and Sundays typically off.
Is overtime available?
Yes, overtime is paid after 40 hours and is common during peak freight periods and produce harvest seasons in the Central Valley.
What freight will I be handling?
You will haul a mix of palletized LTL freight including agricultural equipment parts, packaged food products, industrial supplies, irrigation components, and retail merchandise.
What experience is needed to qualify?
Minimum 12 months recent Class A experience, valid CDL-A, and the ability to work in busy urban and industrial traffic with frequent customer and dock interactions.
💼 Career Opportunities
Experienced CDL-A drivers in the Fresno area have strong opportunities in the LTL sector due to the region's position as one of California's busiest agricultural and distribution corridors. This local P&D role builds valuable skills in multi-stop city driving, dock operations, freight securement, and customer communication that are highly transferable across the industry. Drivers gain hands-on experience with pup trailers and doubles configurations common in Central Valley LTL operations. With consistent year-round freight from manufacturing, agriculture, and distribution, drivers enjoy stable schedules and predictable earnings. Many drivers in similar positions advance into linehaul roles or take on trainer responsibilities as they build seniority. The combination of home daily life and exposure to diverse LTL freight makes this an excellent foundation for long-term success in California trucking.
🔗 CDL-A Local LTL Pickup & Delivery Driver – Fresno, CA
Fresno CDL-A drivers looking for a stable home daily position will find this LTL Pickup & Delivery role an excellent fit. Based at the Fresno freight hub, drivers run daytime city and regional routes throughout the Central Valley serving agricultural shippers, warehouses, and manufacturers. The position offers $28.75–$31.50 per hour with weekly earnings typically between $1,320–$1,560, a $1,000 sign-on bonus, and full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Equipment includes well-maintained day cab tractors and a mix of pup and 53-foot trailers. Drivers enjoy predictable schedules with most evenings and all Sundays at home. This role is ideal for experienced drivers who prefer frequent customer interaction, dock work, and local operations over long-haul driving. Join a regional carrier focused on safety and realistic scheduling in one of California's key freight corridors.
🚀 Apply for This CDL-A Position
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