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Regional CDL-A Driver – Reefer | $7,500 Sign-On Bonus

ThedrivingdeskIndianapolis, Indiana

$88,000 - $90,000 / year

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Overview

Career level
Entry-level
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$88,000-$90,000/year
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Job Description

Looking for a regional CDL-A driving job with consistent miles, weekly home time, and excellent pay? Join our team and earn an average of $1,703 per week ($88,000–$90,000 annually) hauling refrigerated grocery freight throughout Indiana, Illinois, and Ohio.

You'll enjoy weekly home time, newer automatic equipment, paid orientation, and a structured sign-on bonus worth up to $7,500.

Pay & Compensation

  • Average $1,703 per week
  • Average $88,000–$90,000 annually
  • $0.90 CPM
  • $35 load pay
  • $20 per stop
  • $20/hour detention pay after 2 hours
  • Weekly direct deposit every Friday
  • $0.05 CPM raise after 1 year
  • $500 paid orientation

$7,500 Sign-On Bonus

Paid as follows:

  • $1,000 after 2 weeks
  • $1,000 after 60 days
  • $1,250 after 6 months
  • $1,750 after 9 months
  • $2,500 after 12 months

Must maintain 98% on-time performance with no attendance issues, claims, accidents, or incidents.

Home Time

  • Home every week for a 34-hour reset
  • Weekend home time is not guaranteed

Freight Details

  • Regional refrigerated grocery freight
  • Running primarily in Indiana, Illinois, and Ohio
  • Approximately 1,600 miles per week
  • Driver unload using pallet jack with occasional hand unloads
  • Dual and tri-temp reefer trailers
  • Must be able to move trailer bulkheads

Equipment

  • 2023 and newer Freightliners with some newer International trucks
  • Automatic transmissions
  • Sleepers
  • Average tractor age of 3 years or newer
  • APUs and inverters included
  • Outward-facing cameras only
  • Governed at 70 MPH
  • Geotab ELD system

Benefits

  • Medical benefits available after 60 days
  • Dental and vision options available
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation
    • 1 week after 1 year
    • 2 weeks after 2 years
  • PTO accrued over time at $200 per day
  • EZ Pass and fuel card provided
  • 24-hour dispatch support

CDL-A Driver Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Minimum 6 months of verifiable tractor-trailer experience within the past 3 years
  • At least 21 years old
  • No more than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years
  • No more than 3 DOT-recordable accidents in the last 3 years
  • No more than 10 jobs in the past 3 years
  • Must not currently have a suspended license
  • DUI/DWI, criminal history, and previous terminations reviewed case-by-case
  • No Hazmat endorsement required

Additional Information

  • W-2 Company Driver position
  • Weekly pay
  • No truck take-home
  • Slip-seat operation
  • No rider program
  • No pets allowed

Location: Shelbyville, IN

Hiring Radius: Applicants must live within 150 miles of Shelbyville, Indiana.

If you're searching for regional CDL-A jobs, truck driving jobs near Shelbyville, or a home weekly CDL driving position with strong weekly pay and dependable freight, we'd love to speak with you. Apply today and start your next driving opportunity.

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FAQs About Regional CDL-A Driver – Reefer | $7,500 Sign-On Bonus Jobs at Thedrivingdesk

What is the work location for this position at Thedrivingdesk?
This job at Thedrivingdesk is located in Indianapolis, Indiana, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Thedrivingdesk?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $88,000 and $90,000 per year.
What employment applies to this position at Thedrivingdesk?
The employer has not provided this information. This may be discussed during the hiring process.
What experience level is required for this role at Thedrivingdesk?
Thedrivingdesk is looking for a candidate with "Entry-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Thedrivingdesk for this role?
Thedrivingdesk offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, and 401k Matching/Retirement Savings for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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