CDL A Team Route Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary
We are actively recruiting direct hire CDL Class A Drivers that offers strong and reliable earnings and consistent routes; this is not a drop-and-hook role, as drivers load at the origin and unload directly into customer locations using hand trucks or dollies, making it an ideal long-term opportunity for professionals who take pride in their work, value customer interaction, and want a stable, high-earning career with excellent benefits starting day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform pre trip and post trip inspections and complete DOT reports
• Safely operate a tractor-trailer on routes and at customer sites
• Load and unload product using hand trucks or dollies (touch freight)
• Deliver product directly into customer locations and verify delivery accuracy
• Inspect bills of lading, store access keys, and delivery documentation
• Maintain ELD or manual driver logs in compliance with DOT regulations
• Accurately document delivery receipts, temperatures, and exceptions
• Ensure product integrity, including temperature sensitive items
• Communicate professionally with store managers and customer staff
• Represent a well-run operation with professionalism at all delivery locations

Qualifications & Skills

• Valid Class A CDL
• Minimum 1 year or 50,000 verifiable miles of tractor-trailer experience
• Ability to meet MVR, background, drug screen, and safety standards
• Physically capable of performing touch freight delivery
• Comfortable working overnight routes and extended shifts
• Experience with ELD systems (People Net preferred)

Employment Type & Compensation

• Full-Time | Direct Hire
• Pay rate is $90,000 - $95,000 + yearly
• Application Window: Open until filled

Work Schedule

• Regional routes averaging 3 runs per week
• Coverage includes Minnesota, North Dakota, Sout Dakota, Wisconsin, Iowa
• 18–24-hour shifts
• 2 person driving teams
• Early evening dispatch with overnight deliveries
• Home every weekend

Company Benefit Package – Effective Day One

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• FSA / HSA options
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid holidays, Vacation and sick time accrual Day One
• 401(K) with profit sharing after 90 days

Employer Information
This position is being recruited by NCW on behalf of a client company. All hiring decisions will be made by the employer. NCW partners with organizations nationwide to connect top talent with opportunities across construction, manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and engineering industries.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status in accordance with applicable laws.