CDL-A Dry Van Driver

Rouse Trucking; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Rouse Trucking in Springfield, IL is seeking CDL-A drivers for regional dry van work. You will handle primarily no-touch freight across established lanes with drop & hook loads and weekly home time.

Vehicles are late-model Kenworth T680 automatics and routes focus on reliable freight demand and steady weekly scheduling. Minimum six months tractor-trailer experience and current DOT medical card are required.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL-A
• Minimum 6 months of recent tractor-trailer experience
• Current DOT medical card
• Clear FMCSA Clearinghouse record

Responsibilities

• Operate regional dry van freight across established lanes.
• Perform mostly no-touch/drop & hook freight.
• Coordinate with dispatch to ensure timely, compliant deliveries.

Skills

CDL-A

6 months tractor-trailer experience

Job description

Pay: $1,350 to $1,550 per week | Home Time: Home weekly
Freight: Regional no-touch drop & hook freight | Location: Springfield, IL 62701

Consistent regional dry van freight
Primarily drop & hook loads
Late-model Kenworth T680 automatics
Established customer routes

Dry van freight continuity and consistent scheduling provide CDL-A drivers with dependable regional work, familiar freight patterns, and a weekly routine built around organized customer lanes.

Your Regional Workweek

Drivers operate across established Southeast and Mid-Atlantic lanes hauling primarily no-touch freight. With 85-90% drop & hook loads, the operation focuses on efficient freight movement and productive time behind the wheel.

• Reliable customer freight demand
• 85-90% drop & hook loads
• Planned regional dispatch coverage

Established customer relationships help maintain a steady flow of freight while reducing unnecessary downtime between assignments. Consistent route planning also gives drivers a more practical workweek without frequent changes to their operating schedule.

• Access to 30+ terminal locations
• Truck wash, laundry, and fitness facilities
• Equipment and trip planning support

Truck & Driver Comfort

Late-model Kenworth T680 automatic trucks are equipped with features that support comfort and reliability during multi-day regional trips.

• Smart Idle and 1500-watt inverter
• Double bunks for overnight runs
• Scheduled maintenance every six months

Regular servicing helps keep equipment ready for dispatch and limits unexpected time out of service. The automatic T680 setup also provides a comfortable driving environment for drivers covering regional miles throughout the week.

Terminal locations offer additional convenience for trip planning, equipment assistance, laundry, fitness facilities, and truck wash services while drivers are away from home.

Weekly Home Time

Home weekly scheduling provides regular opportunities to return home between regional runs. Familiar customer lanes and organized dispatch planning help support a consistent routine while keeping freight moving throughout the workweek.

Benefits

• United Healthcare after 60 days
• 401(k) with company match after 90 days
• 3-day paid orientation with travel, hotel, and transportation provided
• Detention, layover, and holiday pay

Driver Qualifications

• Valid CDL-A
• Minimum 6 months of recent tractor-trailer experience
• Current DOT medical card
• Clear FMCSA Clearinghouse record

We are committed to building a diverse team of professional drivers and logistics staff.