Pay & Compensation
- Mileage pay: $0.55 – $0.60 per mile
- Option available: percentage-based pay (line haul)
- Consistent weekly settlements
- Estimate earnings with our CDL-A Pay Calculator
Location & Routes
- Primary base: Detroit, Michigan
- Regional Midwest routes through MI, WI, IL, OH and occasional IN
- Regular freight lanes with predictable dispatch planning
- Home every weekend for consistent personal scheduling
Job Description
- Operate late-model trucks on regional Midwest routes
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
- Maintain accurate ELD logs and DOT compliance
- Communicate with dispatch for routing updates
- Ensure safe handling and delivery of freight
Requirements
License
Valid CDL-A license preferred
Medical & Compliance
DOT medical card and drug screen clearance required
Experience
Safety-focused drivers with commercial driving experience
Safety & Record
Clean driving record and professional attitude
Equipment & Fleet
- Modern 2020+ trucks with governed cruise speeds
- Comfortable sleeper configurations
- GPS and fleet technology support
- Regular preventive maintenance and roadside assistance
Home Time
- Home every weekend (Friday evening through Monday morning)
- Structured regional schedules
- Predictable planning for work-life balance
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement program
- Detention, layover, and paid training opportunities
- Driver-focused support environment
Hiring Process
- Online application submission
- Recruiter phone screening
- CDL and driving record verification
- Orientation and onboarding
- Assignment to first regional route
FAQ
Work schedule?
Regional Midwest operation with home time every weekend.
Freight type?
Primarily no-touch regional freight.
Pay calculation?
$0.55–$0.60 per mile with weekly settlements.
Support?
24/7 dispatch and maintenance assistance.
Training?
Paid onboarding and first-load guidance.
Hiring duration?
Approximately one week from application to start.
Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Detroit – Grand Rapids – Lansing – Flint – Kalamazoo
- Regional lanes into Chicago, IL and Indianapolis, IN
- Consistent Midwest freight corridors
- Mostly no-touch loads for efficient operations
Regional Truck Driver Jobs & Career Opportunities
Searching for Regional Truck Driver jobs in Detroit, Michigan? These positions offer competitive mileage pay of $0.55–$0.60 CPM, dependable Midwest freight lanes, and guaranteed weekend home time.
Drivers operate modern equipment while maintaining predictable schedules designed for long-term stability. Opportunities are ideal for professionals seeking consistent miles, structured dispatch planning, and reliable support.
Explore industry updates on our CDL News page, browse additional openings here, and estimate income using the CDL-A Pay Calculator.
