CDL-A Dry Van Driver

CDL-A Dry Van Driver

Pay: $1,450–$1,575 per week Freight: Dry van freight Home Time: Weekly 34-hour reset Location: Newark, NJ 07102

Regional dry van freight with dependable miles Weekly 34-hour reset every week Average 1,800–2,400 miles per week Take your truck home or park at a terminal

Well-planned dry van routes and reliable freight help CDL-A truck drivers maintain steady weekly miles while operating on established regional lanes.

The Position

Regional routes operate primarily east of I-35, providing access to established freight lanes while avoiding many of the heavier Northeast traffic areas.

Drivers average 1,800–2,400 miles each week hauling dry van freight with a combination of drop and hook and live unload, helping maintain a dependable workload from week to week.

Pay & Schedule

Drivers earn $1,450–$1,575 per week, with additional compensation available through CPM pay along with detention, short-haul, breakdown, and stop-pay.

A 34-hour reset is provided every week, with opportunities to extend home time when scheduling allows.

Your Equipment

Modern dry van equipment supports regional operations, and drivers may take their truck home with approved parking or leave it at one of our terminal locations during home time.

Benefits

• Health insurance, life insurance, and 401(k) • Rider and pet policies • Fuel card

Hiring Requirements

Applicants must have a valid CDL-A (Class A) License, at least 12 months of tractor-trailer experience within the past three years, experience driving across three or more states, and a current DOT Medical Card.

Screening & Review Process

After we receive your information, our recruiting team will review your qualifications and contact drivers who meet the position requirements to discuss the opportunity and next steps. Every application is reviewed with fairness and respect throughout the hiring process.

Albany Trucking is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified CDL-A truck driver applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.