Local CDL-A Driver - Recent Drivers Average ~$70K | Home Most Nights

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Pay: $24.00 – $27.00 per hour for the first 90 Days. $65k-$75k Salary after 90 Days.
Location: Local / Regional
Schedule: Mostly local routes with home every night; occasional overnight trips (a few per month)

We are seeking a dependable and safety-focused CDL-A Truck Driver. This position is primarily local, allowing drivers to be home most nights, with limited overnight trips as needed. The ideal candidate takes pride in safe driving, equipment care, and representing a close-knit organization with professionalism and integrity.  

• Safely transport recycled plastic materials, raw materials, and finished goods to and from customer and company locations.
• Operate tanker equipment in compliance with DOT regulations and company safety standards.
• Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and roadworthiness.
• Accurately maintain ELD logs , shipping documents, and delivery paperwork.
• Follow all DOT, FMCSA, and company policies at all times.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch and plant personnel regarding schedules, delays, or route changes.
• Load and unload materials as required, ensuring proper handling and securement.
• Maintain cleanliness and general upkeep of assigned equipment.
• Represent the company professionally when interacting with customers, vendors, and the public.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 Year CDL-A driving experience required.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A)  
• Tanker Endorsement a plus.
• Clean driving record and ability to maintain CDL qualifications.
• Prior tanker or bulk material hauling experience preferred.
• Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, and DOT physical.
• Tanker experience is welcome but not required. PRI will train qualified drivers on our tanker equipment and unloading procedures. 

Skills & Competencies

• Safe driving practices and strong knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet delivery schedules.
• Physical ability to handle loading/unloading tasks when required.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with plastic recycling or manufacturing processes is a plus.

Looking for a CDL-A driving job that keeps you close to home? Plastic Recycling, Inc. is hiring an experienced CDL-A Driver with a Tanker Endorsement for primarily local routes based out of Indianapolis.

What you can expect:

• Primarily local routes with home time most nights
• Approximately one overnight trip per month
• $24–$27/hour during the first 90 days , based on experience
• Transition to a salaried driver position after 90 days
• Recent PRI drivers have averaged approximately $70,000 annually, based on experience . 
• Consistent, year-round work
• Company-owned equipment
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match

You'll transport recycled plastic materials, raw materials and finished goods between PRI facilities and customer locations while operating safely and professionally.