CDL-A Dry Van Driver

Albany Trucking; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 67,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Rider and pet policies

Fuel card

Job summary

Albany Trucking in Newark, NJ, is seeking CDL-A drivers for regional dry van routes with dependable weekly miles and a 34-hour reset. Enjoy home time options and a steady workload on established lanes.

You will operate regional routes with drop & hook and live unload freight, earning $1,475 to $1,585 per week plus additional pay. Valid CDL-A, 12+ months experience, multi-state work, and a current DOT Medical Card are required.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL-A (Class A) License.
• At least 12 months of tractor-trailer experience in the past 3 years.
• Experience driving across three or more states.
• Current DOT Medical Card.

Responsibilities

• Operate regional dry van routes with established freight lanes.
• Maintain weekly miles of 1,800–2,400 while on regional lanes.
• Take your truck home or park at a terminal during home time.
• Utilize drop & hook and live unload freight as part of daily operations.

Skills

CDL-A License

Regional experience

DOT Medical Card

Job description

Pay: $1,475 to $1,585 per week | Freight: Dry van freight
Home Time: Weekly 34-hour reset | Location: Newark, NJ 07102

Regional dry van freight with dependable miles
Weekly 34-hour reset every week
Average 1,800–2,400 miles per week
Take your truck home or park at a terminal

Well-planned dry van routes and reliable freight help CDL-A truck drivers maintain steady weekly miles while operating on established regional lanes.

The Position

Regional routes operate primarily east of I-35, providing access to established freight lanes while avoiding many of the heavier Northeast traffic areas.

• Average 1,800–2,400 miles each week
• Combination of drop and hook and live unload freight
• Dependable workload from week to week

Pay & Schedule

Drivers earn $1,475 to $1,585 per week, with additional compensation available through CPM pay along with detention, short-haul, breakdown, and stop-pay.

A 34-hour reset is provided every week, with opportunities to extend home time when scheduling allows.

Your Equipment

Modern dry van equipment supports regional operations.

• Take your truck home with approved parking
• Leave your truck at one of our terminal locations during home time

Benefits

Health insurance, life insurance, and a 401(k) are available along with rider and pet policies and a fuel card.

Hiring Requirements

• Valid CDL-A (Class A) License
• At least 12 months of tractor-trailer experience within the past three years
• Experience driving across three or more states
• Current DOT Medical Card

Screening & Review Process

• Our recruiting team reviews your qualifications and contacts drivers who meet the position requirements to discuss the opportunity and next steps.
• Every application is reviewed with fairness and respect throughout the hiring process.

Albany Trucking is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified CDL-A truck driver applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.