CDL-A Dry Van Driver

ATG Recruiting; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical; Vision; Prescription; Life –

PTO after 1 year

Holiday pay after 90 days

401(k) after 1 year

Rider and pet policies

Job summary

Highway Express in Baton Rouge, LA seeks experienced truck drivers with CDL-A for regional no-touch dry van work. You'll operate in a defined eastern regional network with drop-and-hook and scheduled live loads, earning guaranteed weekly pay and consistent home time.

All dispatched miles are paid, orientation is provided, and benefits start after 90 days, with PTO, holiday pay eligibility after 90 days, and a 401(k) after one year.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL-A required.
• Ability to safely operate dry van tractor-trailer equipment under DOT regulations.
• Professional communication with dispatch, shippers, and receivers.

Responsibilities

• Operate regional no-touch dry van freight within an eastern regional network.
• Follow dispatch instructions and routing plans for steady weekly miles.
• Ensure safety and compliance with DOT regulations while handling shipments.

Skills

CDL-A

Safe operation

Professional communication

DOT regulations

Job description

Home Time: Weekly (Home Every Week) | Weekly Pay: $1,475 to $1,675 per week
Freight: No-Touch Dry Van | Location: Baton Rouge, LA 70801
Weekly home time with predictable scheduling
Dry van freight with steady customer routing
No-touch freight with drop-and-hook mix
Regional lanes focused across established eastern corridors
Dry van freight demand paired with customer route planning supports consistent weekly miles, stable dispatch timing, and dependable home time within a no-touch regional network.
Drivers operate within a defined regional footprint primarily east of I-35, with planned dispatch coordination designed to reduce delays, balance workload, and support consistent weekly routing.
All dispatched miles are paid, including loaded and empty movement, supporting steady weekly earnings of $1,475 to $1,675.

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

Equipment is assigned consistently to support driver familiarity. Preventative maintenance scheduling helps maintain reliability and reduce downtime across the fleet.

Freight Profile

Freight consists of no-touch dry van shipments with a mix of drop-and-hook and scheduled live load appointments. Drivers focus on efficient, steady operation while freight is handled at shipper and receiver locations.
Regional lanes are structured to maintain consistent routing patterns and reliable freight availability across established customer networks.

Compensation

• Drivers earn $1,475 to $1,675 per week based on dispatched miles.
• All miles are paid, including loaded and empty, supporting predictable weekly income.
• Company-paid orientation is provided with orientation pay included.

After onboarding, drivers are placed into established regional dry van freight rotations.

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 CDL-A 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.
Salary: $1475.00 - $1675.00 per week