Pay & Compensation
- Mileage pay: $0.55–$0.60 per mile or 23% of line haul
- Paid training on first independent load
- Sign-on bonus: $3,000 total ($250 after first load)
- Use our CDL-A Pay Calculator to estimate earnings
Location & Real Routes
- Home terminal: Donaldsonville, LA
- Regional routes covering: Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Shreveport
- Occasional routes to Mississippi & Eastern Texas
- Depart Monday, home by Friday evening
- Predictable regional routes, steady miles
Job Description
- Operate late-model Kenworth trucks safely
- Deliver dry & refrigerated freight regionally
- Comply with DOT, FMCSA & HOS regulations
- Complete pre-trip inspections and maintain logs
- Communicate with dispatch and maintain cargo safety
Requirements
CDL License
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
Professional, reliable drivers with regional experience preferred
Safety
No major violations or recent safety incidents
Compliance
DOT physical, drug screen, background check required
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurance after 90 days
- 401(k) and retirement plans
- PTO, layover, and detention pay
- Passenger & pet program
Equipment & Fleet
- 2020+ Kenworth trucks with 68 mph cruise control
- Comfortable sleeper and modern cabs
- GPS & telematics for route optimization
- Regular maintenance and roadside assistance
Home Time
- Home every weekend (Saturday & Sunday)
- Predictable schedules for family-friendly routes
- Optional passenger & pet programs
Hiring Process
- Submit online application
- Phone screening & verification of CDL
- Review of driving record & DOT compliance
- Orientation and equipment overview
- First route assignment upon approval
FAQ
What is the work schedule?
Depart Monday, home Friday – home every weekend.
Freight type?
Dry and refrigerated freight, mostly no-touch loads.
How is pay calculated?
Mileage pay $0.55–$0.60 per mile or 23% of line haul, plus bonuses.
Support?
24/7 dispatch and roadside assistance for all trucks.
Training?
Paid training on first independent load, mentorship available.
Hiring duration?
Usually 1–2 weeks including screening and orientation.
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