Pay & Compensation
- Weekly pay: $1,900 – $2,100
- Base pay per mile: $0.66/mile
- Additional pay for layovers, breakdowns, chain/unchain operations
- Routine overtime pay for extra miles
- Calculate your potential earnings with our CDL-A Pay Calculator
Location & Routes
- Obetz / Columbus, Ohio
- OTR lanes covering Midwest, Southeast, and Eastern states
- No-touch freight: dry van, palletized loads, general goods
- Home weekly schedule, optional extended lanes for extra earnings
Job Description
- Operate tractor-trailers safely and efficiently across multi-state OTR routes
- Maintain accurate ELD logs and daily trip reports in compliance with DOT regulations
- Deliver freight to distribution centers, warehouses, and retail locations on schedule
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety
- Communicate with dispatch and warehouse personnel regarding delivery updates
- Adhere strictly to all federal, state, and company safety policies
Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
Minimum 1 year of CDL experience preferred for OTR lanes
Age Requirement
Must meet minimum age requirements for interstate driving
MVR & Risk
Strong safety record and professional driving experience
Physical Ability
Minimal manual labor; primarily drop-and-hook or freight delivered to dock locations
Communication
Dependable, punctual, and excellent communication skills
Equipment & Fleet
- Modern tractors and dry van trailers with ELD technology
- Well-maintained fleet ensuring safety and reliability
- Equipment designed for no-touch freight operations
Home Time
- Home weekly schedule allows drivers to plan personal time
- Flexible stops and optional extended lanes may provide extra earnings
Hiring Process
- Apply online via the button below
- Drug & background check
- Orientation and paid training for all new drivers
- Meet dispatch and team
- Start your driving career
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options
- Retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- Safety and performance-based incentives
- Discount programs
FAQ
What type of freight will I haul?
No-touch freight including dry van, palletized loads, and general goods.
How often am I home?
Home weekly schedule allows for consistent personal time.
What is the weekly mileage?
Typical OTR routes cover 2,400–2,800 miles weekly.
Is training provided?
Yes, paid orientation and training is provided for all new drivers.
What equipment will I drive?
Modern tractors and dry van trailers with ELD technology.
Are there performance bonuses?
Yes, additional pay for layovers, breakdowns, chain/unchain operations, and routine overtime pay for extra miles.
Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Columbus, OH → Atlanta, GA → Miami, FL
- Columbus, OH → Chicago, IL → Nashville, TN
- Columbus, OH → Philadelphia, PA → Charlotte, NC
Career Opportunities
This OTR CDL-A Driver position offers career advancement opportunities within our expanding network. Drivers can progress to senior OTR roles, specialized freight lanes, or even supervisory positions, with competitive pay, strong benefits, and a focus on safety. Joining our Obetz/Columbus operation provides experience across multi-state routes while maintaining routine home weekly schedules, fostering long-term professional growth.
OTR CDL-A Driver — Obetz / Columbus, Ohio
The OTR CDL-A Driver role in Obetz / Columbus, Ohio is designed for professional drivers seeking high weekly pay and minimal freight handling. Drivers operate modern tractors and dry van trailers with ELD technology on long-haul Midwest, Southeast, and Eastern state routes, covering 2,400–2,800 miles per week. This home-weekly opportunity provides consistent scheduling, no-touch freight, and optional extended lanes for additional earnings. Explore more CDL-A jobs, industry news, and local to national opportunities at CDL-A Jobs, CDL News, OTR CDL-A Jobs, Regional CDL-A Jobs, Local CDL-A Jobs, and Owner Operator CDL-A Jobs.
