Regional Dry Van Company Driver W2 Job in Lafayette, LA by American Trucking Group

Regional Dry Van Company Driver W2 - Lafayette, LA

Are you a CDL-A driver seeking an OTR opportunity that guarantees weekly home time and minimal physical demands? At American Trucking Group, we provide dry van routes across the Southeast, featuring top-notch equipment and competitive pay. Experience the freedom of over-the-road driving while maintaining a consistent schedule that brings you home every week.

Home Time:

• Home every week for a 34-hour reset.
• Our routes are designed to deliver steady miles while allowing you to enjoy family time and manage personal commitments.

Equipment:

• Drive late-model International Pro Stars, Freightliner Cascadias, and Kenworth trucks equipped with 1,500-watt inverters and Opti-Idle systems.
• Take your assigned truck and trailer home, provided there is safe parking available.

No Touch Freight:

• Primarily dry van freight with 95% no-touch and 85% drop and hook operations.
• Minimal physical work required, allowing you to focus on driving and maximizing your efficiency.

Pay and Miles:

• Average weekly earnings of $900 to $1,200, depending on mileage and performance.
• Additional compensation includes detention pay according to customer policy, $12 per hour for layover after the first hour, and an annual safety bonus of $0.01 per mile for accident-free performance.

Running Area:

• Covering Southeast regional routes in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee.
• All tolls are covered via EZ Pass and toll cards.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning the first month following 60 days of employment.
• $20,000 company-paid life insurance, vacation pay, and a 401(k) with a 50% company match up to 3%.
• Passenger policy available after 30 days with age restrictions.

Company Culture: At American Trucking Group, we value exploration, freedom, and our drivers' support. We maintain a close-knit community where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe in open communication, teamwork, and continuous learning. Our drivers enjoy a healthy work-life balance with predictable schedules and generous home time. Join our family and start a trucking career that emphasizes both personal and professional growth.

About American Trucking Group: We are committed to driver satisfaction and work-life balance, providing competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment to attract and retain the best CDL A drivers in the industry.

Requirements

• • Valid CDL Class A license
• • Clean driving record
• • Minimum 12 months tractor trailer experience
• • Pass DOT physical and drug screening

Benefits

• • Health, dental, and vision insurance
• • Life insurance
• • 401(k) retirement plan
• • Paid time off
• • Weekly direct deposit
• • Pay protection of $1,250 per week
• • Layover pay $12/hour after first hour
• • Multi-stop pay $15 per stop beyond first
• • Safety bonuses
• • EZ Pass and toll cards
• • Fuel cards
• • 24/7 dispatch support
• • Rider program (after 30 days)
• • Take truck home with secure parking