🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Newark, NJ
- Route type: OTR National
- Freight: Retail, consumer goods, packaging & manufacturing (95% no-touch, high drop & hook)
- Schedule: 14–21 days out with 2–4 days home time per cycle
📋 Job Description
- Operate late-model Freightliner Cascadia sleeper trucks from the Newark distribution corridor on national retail and manufacturing freight
- Run established freight lanes primarily between Northeast e-commerce hubs and Midwest/Southeast DCs with high drop-and-hook efficiency
- Handle mostly no-touch freight with occasional live loads at major warehouse networks
- Work with consistent freight volume moving from Newark area to Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, then reloads in Georgia, Tennessee, Carolinas, and Florida
- Maintain accurate logs, perform pre/post trip inspections, and follow all safety protocols
- Communicate effectively with dispatch while maximizing productive miles on each cycle
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
12+ months OTR experience preferred
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record, no major violations
Physical
Able to climb in/out of truck and secure occasional loads
Endorsements
None required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Dedicated late-model Freightliner Cascadia sleepers
- Fleet average age: ~18 months
- Features: APUs, refrigerators, inverters, premium mattresses, advanced collision mitigation and safety systems
- Transmission type: Automatic
- Maintenance program: Hybrid in-house shop with rapid roadside assistance network
🏠 Home Time
- Out 14–21 days per cycle depending on freight availability
- Home 2–4 days for reset and rest
- Flexible routing through Newark hub when loads align
- Predictable cycles with priority given to Northeast returns
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Newark, NJ → Columbus/Indianapolis DCs → Atlanta reload → return via I-95 corridor
- Newark → Chicago area distribution centers → Charlotte or Orlando reloads
- Newark → Cincinnati or Memphis → Southeast consumer goods backhauls
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical out time for this OTR position?
Most drivers are out 14–21 days followed by 2–4 days home. Dispatch works with you on routing when possible.
How much drop and hook freight is available?
High drop & hook ratio with 95% no-touch freight across retail and manufacturing loads.
Are the trucks equipped with APUs?
Yes, all assigned sleepers have APUs, refrigerators, and modern comfort features.
Is 12 months experience strictly required?
12 months OTR is preferred. Strong candidates with solid safety records and fewer miles may be considered.
Do you offer passenger policy?
Qualified riders allowed after 90 days of safe operation (company policy applies).
How is pay calculated?
Primarily mileage-based with weekly settlements, detention pay, and performance incentives.
💼 Career Opportunities
Newark, New Jersey serves as a major national dispatch hub for OTR dry van operations moving retail and consumer goods to Midwest and Southeast markets. Drivers in this role gain valuable experience on high-volume corridors including I-80/I-70 to the Midwest and I-95/I-75 routes into the Southeast. The position builds strong lane knowledge and operational efficiency that opens doors for internal advancement. Many drivers start in OTR dry van and progress to dedicated accounts, regional runs with more frequent home time, or specialized freight. Fleet experience with modern Cascadia tractors and safety technologies prepares drivers for trainer roles or lead positions. The company maintains a clear promotion path: successful OTR drivers can move into yard operations at the Newark hub, local shuttle work, or regional dedicated lanes. Further growth includes dispatch opportunities, fleet safety supervision, and transportation management roles for those interested in office-side logistics. Industry demand for reliable CDL-A professionals remains strong in the Northeast, with consistent freight supporting stable earnings and career longevity. Drivers who demonstrate safety, on-time performance, and communication skills are prioritized for higher-paying accounts and leadership training programs.
🔗 OTR CDL-A Dry Van Driver – Newark, NJ
Looking for OTR CDL-A dry van opportunities out of Newark, New Jersey? This position offers competitive weekly earnings of $1,650 to $2,200 while running national lanes focused on retail consumer goods and manufacturing freight. Based at a key Northeast distribution hub, drivers enjoy mostly no-touch freight with a high percentage of drop-and-hook loads, minimizing delays at warehouses. The fleet consists of well-maintained Freightliner Cascadia sleepers averaging just 18 months old, equipped with APUs, refrigerators, and advanced safety systems. Typical cycles keep drivers out 14–21 days with 2–4 days home time, with routing that frequently returns through the Mid-Atlantic. Newark’s strategic location provides excellent access to major interstates and consistent freight volume to the Midwest (Ohio, Indiana, Illinois) and Southeast (Georgia, Tennessee, Carolinas, Florida). This role suits experienced OTR drivers seeking steady miles without the heavy tarping or securing common in flatbed work. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k) match, and a $1,200 sign-on bonus. If you hold a valid CDL-A, clean MVR, and preferably 12 months of OTR experience, this Newark-based dry van opportunity delivers reliable pay and modern equipment in one of the busiest freight corridors in the country.
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