Dedicated Dry Van Regional CDL-A Position

Regional CDL-A Dedicated Dry Van Driver – San Bernardino, CA

Hiring Area: Inland Empire • Terminal: San Bernardino, CA

San Bernardino, CA Regional Dedicated 2020–2024 Tractors

Run dedicated dry-van freight from the Inland Empire into Southern California, Nevada and Arizona with weekly home time. Earn $1,450–$1,650 weekly gross and roughly $75,000–$85,000 annually on primarily no-touch palletized loads.

Typical Weekly Gross
$1,450–$1,650
Estimated Annual: $75,000–$85,000
Base Rate $0.67 CPM
Sign-On Bonus $1,500
Home Time Weekly
Weekly Miles 2,100–2,400
Freight Type Dry Van / No-Touch

Dedicated Inland Empire Dry-Van Account

This position supports a recurring customer network moving palletized consumer and retail freight out of the San Bernardino area.

  • Dedicated regional dry-van freight based in San Bernardino and the Inland Empire.
  • Regular runs across Southern California, Nevada and Arizona.
  • Primarily no-touch palletized freight with drop-and-hook opportunities.
  • Weekly home time with approximately 4–6 nights out.
  • 2,100–2,400 paid miles per week depending on freight and dispatch.
  • Driver handles pre-trip inspections, BOL/POD paperwork, seals and appointment compliance.

Pay Package Details

Mileage forms the core of weekly earnings. Qualifying detention and the sign-on bonus sit on top of that base.

Base Mileage Rate $0.67 per paid mile
Typical Weekly Gross $1,450–$1,650
Estimated Annual $75,000–$85,000
Sign-On Bonus $1,500 paid in three $500 installments at 30, 90 and 180 days
Detention $20 per hour after 2 qualifying hours
Payroll Weekly direct deposit

Home Time & Weekly Rhythm

Home Time Weekly (typically 4–6 nights out)
Operating Area Southern California, Nevada, Arizona
Terminal San Bernardino, CA
Weekly Paid Miles 2,100–2,400
Typical Start Window 4:00 AM–8:00 AM depending on appointments

Tractors & Trailers

Tractor Model Years 2020–2024
Makes Freightliner Cascadia and Kenworth T680 sleepers
Transmission Automated manual
Safety Features Forward-facing cameras, collision mitigation, lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise on equipped units
Assignment Assigned power when available; occasional slip-seat during maintenance

Trailers are 53-foot dry vans (2019–2024). ELDs and electronic trailer tracking are standard. Company fuel card and inspection equipment are issued at orientation.

Freight & Typical Lanes

Loads consist of palletized consumer goods, retail merchandise, packaged products and household items. Most stops are no-touch, with a practical mix of drop-and-hook and live appointments.

  • San Bernardino, CA → Las Vegas, NV
  • Fontana, CA → Phoenix, AZ
  • Ontario, CA → Bakersfield or Fresno, CA
  • Rialto, CA → San Diego, CA
  • Riverside, CA → Phoenix, AZ
  • Primary highways: I-10, I-15, I-215, I-5, CA-60 and CA-91

What a Typical Week Looks Like

  • Loads are usually pre-planned; customer changes can update the next assignment after delivery.
  • Start at a San Bernardino-area yard or customer location with a full pre-trip and appointment check.
  • Outbound legs commonly head toward Las Vegas, Phoenix or the Central Valley before a reload.
  • Dispatch aims to have the next load ready before the current delivery finishes.
  • Return to the Inland Empire for weekly home time, working around HOS and appointments.
  • Fuel stops are planned with the company fuel card and next delivery window in mind.
  • 10-hour breaks occur at truck stops, approved customer yards or carrier parking.

About This Dedicated Account

The Inland Empire’s dense concentration of warehouses and distribution centers creates steady demand for regional dry-van capacity that links local facilities with Southern California retail markets and neighboring states. This dedicated account focuses on recurring palletized consumer and retail freight rather than port drayage or specialized commodities. Drivers work inside a structured customer network with weekly home cycles, while dispatch balances appointments, available trailers and backhaul opportunities to keep equipment moving efficiently within legal hours.

Benefits & Support

Health Coverage Medical, dental and vision options after eligibility
Retirement 401(k) with company contribution
Orientation & Tools Paid orientation, company fuel card, electronic toll program
Terminal Support Terminal parking, driver lounge, uniforms, safety apparel
Additional Rider program, referral program, DOT physical assistance

Driver Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL and current DOT medical card
  • 6 months of recent tractor-trailer experience preferred; qualified newer CDL-A drivers may be considered based on training and safety history
  • Acceptable motor vehicle record and ability to meet company and FMCSA safety standards
  • Pass required DOT drug and alcohol screening; comfortable using an ELD
  • No HazMat or tanker endorsement required for the standard account

Operational Realities

  • Freeway congestion is common on I-10, I-15, I-215 and CA-60, especially during peak commute hours
  • Warehouse gate queues and dock waits occur during high-volume retail periods
  • Trailer availability can shift at customer yards, requiring occasional repositioning
  • Winter weather may affect mountain routes into Nevada and Northern California
  • Construction and last-minute appointment changes can require route or schedule adjustments

Hiring Process

1
Recruiter Contact
Initial phone screening within 1 business day
2
Verification
CDL, MVR, employment history and Clearinghouse review
3
Screening
DOT drug screen and required background checks
4
Offer & Orientation
Conditional offer after qualification; orientation scheduled once requirements are complete

Questions Drivers Commonly Ask

Q: How much of the work is drop-and-hook versus live? ▼
Most stops are no-touch. A practical mix of drop-and-hook and live appointments is normal, with the balance shifting during peak retail periods.
Q: Can newer CDL-A drivers apply? ▼
Six months of recent tractor-trailer experience is preferred. Qualified newer drivers from accredited programs may be considered based on training quality and safety history.
Q: Where do drivers park overnight? ▼
The primary option is the San Bernardino terminal or designated regional yards. Approved customer yards and established truck stops on major corridors are used when needed. Loaded trailers remain only at approved locations.
Q: How is detention handled? ▼
Drivers document arrival, check-in and release times. Qualifying delay pays $20 per hour after the first two hours.
Q: Are tractors assigned or is slip-seat common? ▼
Assigned power is the standard when equipment is available. Occasional slip-seat can occur during maintenance cycles or high-volume periods.
Q: What if a warehouse breaks a seal? ▼
The new seal number must be recorded on the paperwork before departure. Drivers verify seals at facilities that require sealed freight.

CDL Job Market in the Inland Empire

The Inland Empire supports a large concentration of warehouse, distribution and transportation activity. This creates a broad market for local and regional CDL-A positions, including dedicated dry-van, retail, intermodal and distribution work. Both national and mid-sized carriers regularly hire experienced drivers who prefer weekly home time. Demand stays relatively steady through the year because of the region’s role as a major inland logistics hub serving Southern California consumption markets as well as routes into Nevada, Arizona and the Central Valley. Clean safety records and experience with appointment freight at busy distribution centers remain strong advantages for candidates.

Inland Empire Freight Landscape

Warehouse and distribution facilities across Ontario, Fontana, Rialto, Rancho Cucamonga, Eastvale, Riverside and San Bernardino form the core of regional freight movement. Goods arriving through the San Pedro Bay ports continue inland to these facilities before moving into Southern California retail networks and neighboring states. Ontario International Airport adds cargo volume. Direct access to I-10, I-15 and I-215 supports efficient dry-van travel toward Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, Phoenix and the Central Valley. Retail replenishment and consumer demand drive most of the volume, with seasonal peaks increasing activity at distribution centers. The density of logistics parks and 3PL operations keeps a steady flow of outbound and backhaul opportunities available throughout the year.

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