CDL-A Local Driver | Chandler, AZ | Home Nights & Weekends| $1,300+/Week

The Driving Desk; Mesa (AZ); Hybrid; USD 2,839,000 - 3,076,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Weekly direct deposit

Modern equipment

Consistent freight

Job summary

The Driving Desk is hiring Class A CDL drivers for a dedicated local/semi-local dry van position based in Mesa, AZ. Enjoy home nightly, weekends off, consistent freight, and a pay mix of hourly, mileage, and stop pay on round‑trip routes around the Phoenix area. Starting pay ranges from $15.25/hour with 0.42 CPM and $10 stop pay, increasing with service time.

Average weekly earnings are $1,200–$1,300+. Roles include pre-trip inspections and DOT compliance, with day shifts and early starts as

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• New CDL graduates and experienced drivers are welcome to apply.
• No endorsements required.
• Must live within 50 miles of Mesa, AZ.
• Must be available for early morning start times when assigned.
• Ability to pass DOT drug screening, background check, and company hiring requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class A tractor-trailer.
• Haul dedicated dry van freight on local and semi-local routes.
• Pick up preloaded trailers.
• Complete live unload deliveries at scheduled appointment times.
• Operate round-trip routes returning to the terminal.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain DOT compliance and electronic logs.

Skills

Class A CDL

DOT compliance

Pre-trip inspection

Early starts

Local routes

Job description

We're hiring Class A CDL Drivers for a dedicated local/semi-local dry van position based in Mesa, AZ. This opportunity offers home nightly, weekends off, consistent freight, and a combination of mileage, hourly, and stop pay.

Drivers operate preloaded dry van trailers on round-trip routes throughout the Phoenix metro area and surrounding cities, delivering freight on scheduled appointment times.

Pay & Compensation

Drivers are paid using a combination of hourly pay, mileage pay, and stop pay, with pay increasing based on experience.

Starting Pay

• $15.25/hour
• $0.42 CPM
• $10 stop pay

After 6 Months

• $15.50/hour
• $0.43 CPM
• $10 stop pay

After 1 Year

• $15.75/hour
• $0.44 CPM
• $10 stop pay

After 2 Years

• $16.00/hour
• $0.45 CPM
• $10 stop pay

Average Weekly Earnings

$1,200–$1,300+

Actual earnings vary based on miles, stops, hours worked, and experience.

Home Time & Schedule

• Home Nightly
• Weekends Off
• Day Shift
• Some routes require early morning start times
• Holiday work may be required based on business needs

What You'll Do

• Safely operate a Class A tractor-trailer
• Haul dedicated dry van freight on local and semi-local routes
• Pick up preloaded trailers
• Complete live unload deliveries at scheduled appointment times
• Operate round-trip routes returning to the terminal
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Maintain DOT compliance and electronic logs

Freight Details

• Dedicated Dry Van Freight
• Preloaded trailers
• Live unload deliveries
• Round-trip routes
• Approximately 1,200 miles per week
• No specialized equipment required

Hiring Area

Now hiring drivers who live within 50 miles of Mesa, AZ, including:

• Mesa
• Phoenix
• Chandler
• Gilbert
• Tempe
• Casa Grande
• Apache Junction
• Queen Creek
• Surrounding communities

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• New CDL graduates and experienced drivers are welcome to apply
• No endorsements required
• Must live within 50 miles of Mesa, AZ
• Must be available for early morning start times when assigned
• Ability to pass DOT drug screening, background check, and company hiring requirements

Benefits

Eligible drivers may receive:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Weekly direct deposit
• Modern equipment
• Consistent year-round freight
• Career advancement opportunities

Why Drivers Apply

• Home every night
• Weekends off
• Earn $1,200–$1,300+ per week
• Mileage, hourly, and stop pay
• Dedicated year-round freight
• Round-trip routes
• Preloaded trailers
• Trainees and experienced drivers welcome
• Consistent daytime schedule
• Excellent work-life balance