Pay & Compensation
- Weekly pay: $1,500 – $2,000/week
- Hourly rate: $39+/hr
- Sign-on bonus: None
- Calculate your potential earnings with our CDL-A Pay Calculator
Location & Routes
- Jersey City, New Jersey
- Local delivery and shuttle routes within metro NJ/NY
- Dry goods, retail shipments, palletized loads, occasional small-box deliveries
- Home daily schedule for predictable work-life balance
Job Description
- Operate day cab and box trucks safely on local routes
- Deliver freight efficiently and on schedule
- Maintain accurate ELD logs, trip reports, and delivery documentation
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle and load safety
- Communicate with dispatch regarding route updates, delays, or issues
- Follow all DOT, FMCSA, and company safety regulations
Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL A license required
Experience
Professional, dependable, safety-conscious
Age Requirement
No specific age requirement, must meet CDL standards
MVR & Risk
Clean driving record preferred
Physical Ability
Capable of light loading/unloading as needed
Communication
Ability to maintain logs and follow dispatch instructions
Equipment & Fleet
- Modern day cab tractors and box trucks
- Well-maintained fleet with ELD technology for compliance
- Delivery equipment suitable for metro dry goods, retail, and palletized freight
Home Time
- Home daily schedule
- Consistent short metro routes for work-life balance
Hiring Process
- Apply online via the button below
- Background check and verification
- Orientation and paid training
- Meet dispatch and support team
- Start your driving career
Benefits
- Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Life insurance options
- Paid training and support
- Access to modern, safe equipment
FAQ
Do I need prior local driving experience?
No, orientation covers metro NJ/NY routes, but prior experience is a plus.
What type of equipment will I drive?
Modern day cab tractors and occasional box trucks with ELDs.
Is there overtime available?
Yes, overtime opportunities exist depending on route and load.
Are the routes home daily?
Yes, all routes are home daily within metro NJ/NY.
What type of freight will I haul?
Dry goods, retail shipments, palletized loads, occasional small-box deliveries.
Are benefits included?
Yes, health insurance, PTO, 401(k), and more.
Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Jersey City warehouse to Manhattan retail store
- Newark distribution center to Hoboken commercial clients
- Shuttle routes between metro NJ/NY warehouses and stores
Career Opportunities
As a local CDL A driver in Jersey City, NJ, you can grow your career in a safe and supportive environment. Metro NJ/NY routes offer consistent home time, predictable schedules, and opportunities to operate a variety of equipment. Drivers with CDL A licenses who are professional, safety-conscious, and reliable are encouraged to join. Opportunities include advancement to fleet lead positions, trainer roles, and specialized local freight assignments that maximize earnings and career development.
Local CDL A Truck Driver — Jersey City, NJ
Our Jersey City local CDL A truck driver positions provide home-daily metro routes with dry goods, retail, and palletized shipments. Drivers enjoy competitive hourly pay (~$39+/hr), comprehensive benefits, and predictable schedules. Learn more about CDL-A opportunities in New Jersey, stay updated with CDL news, or explore other OTR, regional, local, and owner-operator CDL-A jobs across the USA: CDL Jobs, CDL News, OTR CDL-A Jobs, Regional CDL-A Jobs, Local CDL-A Jobs, Owner Operator CDL-A Jobs. Drivers can benefit from predictable schedules, supportive dispatch, and professional growth opportunities while operating modern equipment on safe local metro routes.
