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

The Driving Desk; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

The Driving Desk seeks Class A CDL drivers for a dedicated local/semi-local dry van position based in Mesa, AZ. You will operate preloaded dry van trailers on round-trip routes across the Phoenix metro area, with home nightly and weekends off, and a mix of hourly, mileage, and stop pay.

Starting pay is $15.25/hour with 0.42 CPM and $10 stop pay, increasing after 6 months to $15.50/hour, 0.43 CPM, and $10 stop pay, then up to $16.00/hour, 0.45 CPM after 2 years.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL
• New CDL graduates and experienced drivers welcome to apply
• 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

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