CDL-A Regional Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Home Time: Weekly (Home Every Week) | Weekly Pay: $1,475 to $1,675 per week
Freight: No-Touch Dry Van | Location: Madison, WI 53701

Regional freight stability across established lanes
Dependable lane planning with coordinated dispatch
No-touch dry van freight with drop-and-hook mix
Weekly home time with structured scheduling

Established regional freight lanes and dependable route planning help CDL-A drivers maintain consistent freight movement throughout the week. Customer routing and coordinated dispatch support steady miles, reliable scheduling, and weekly home time within a no-touch dry van network.

Drivers operate within a defined regional footprint primarily east of I-35, with lane planning designed to balance freight movement, reduce unnecessary delays, and maintain dependable weekly operating patterns.

All dispatched miles are paid, including loaded and empty movement, supporting weekly earnings of $1,475 to $1,675 per week.

Fleet Equipment

• Kenworth T-680 automatic tractors assigned for regional use

• APU, inverter, refrigerator, and Bluetooth capability included

• Outward-facing cameras used for safety monitoring

• Dry van trailers assigned across the fleet for consistent freight movement

• Assigned trucks may be parked at home when secure parking is available

Consistent equipment assignments support driver familiarity and comfort throughout regional operations. Preventative maintenance scheduling helps maintain fleet reliability and reduce downtime.

Freight Profile

Drivers transport no-touch dry van shipments across established customer lanes with a mix of drop-and-hook and scheduled live load appointments. Freight handling is completed at shipper and receiver facilities, allowing drivers to focus on safe and efficient freight movement.

Regional lanes are organized around dependable customer freight demand, supporting consistent routing patterns and reliable freight availability throughout the week.

Compensation

• Drivers earn $1,475 to $1,675 per week based on dispatched miles.

• All loaded and empty miles are paid, supporting predictable weekly income.

• Company-paid orientation is provided with orientation pay included.

After onboarding, drivers are assigned to established regional dry van freight rotations with coordinated dispatch support.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, prescription, and life insurance options available after 90 days

• Paid time off begins after one year

• Holiday pay eligibility after 90 days

• A 401(k) retirement plan is available after one year

Rider and pet policies are included.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL required

• Ability to safely operate dry van tractor-trailer equipment under DOT regulations

• Professional communication with dispatch, shippers, and receivers

Highway Express is an equal opportunity employer and evaluates all applicants without regard to protected status under applicable law.