CDL-A Regional Truck Driver

CK Transportation, Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rider program

Pet program

Medical after 6 months

Dental after 6 months

Vision after 6 months

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid orientation

Automatic trucks

Job summary

CK Transportation, Inc. is hiring CDL-A drivers in Cleveland, OH for regional runs with mostly no-touch dry van freight on established interstate lanes. You’ll work a 12-day schedule with a full 48-hour reset at home every other weekend and benefit from consistent dispatch planning and regular customer freight.

Vehicles are 2021+ Freightliner/Kenworth with automatics. Detention pay, medical/dental/vision after six months, PTO, and a 401(k) program support a stable driver career.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• Minimum 3 months of tractor-trailer experience.
• Safe driving record.
• Ability to run interstate routes.

Responsibilities

• Haul mostly no-touch dry van freight on interstate routes.
• Operate on a 12-day cycle with a 48-hour reset at home every other weekend.
• Use automatic transmission tractors with modern equipment.

Skills

Safe driving

Interstate routes

Time management

Education

CDL-A required

Job description

Hiring Area: Cleveland, OH
Home Time: Every other weekend with a full 48-hour reset
Freight Type: Mostly no-touch OTR dry van freight
Weekly Pay: $1,300–$1,450
Automatic trucks | Paid orientation | Consistent miles

Regional freight stability and predictable scheduling provide this CDL-A truck driver position with a consistent operating structure from week to week. Drivers based in Cleveland run established interstate lanes supported by regular customer freight and advance dispatch planning. Loads are coordinated ahead whenever possible to help maintain productive mileage and reduce unnecessary waiting between assignments.

Average haul lengths typically range from 700 to 750 miles, giving drivers longer runs that support steady weekly mileage. Consistent freight patterns also help create smoother transitions between loads throughout each 12-day operating cycle.

Route Details

Drivers haul mostly no-touch dry van freight across established multi-state routes. Loads include a combination of drop-and-hook and live freight, with the majority requiring no driver unloading. Regular customer demand helps maintain consistent freight movement throughout the year.

• Mostly no-touch dry van freight
• Average haul lengths of 700–750 miles
• Established interstate routes
• Rider and pet program available

Pay & Benefits

Drivers typically earn between $1,300 and $1,450 per week depending on experience, miles, and freight flow. Detention pay is available for qualifying delays. After six months, drivers become eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Equipment Setup

Drivers operate 2021 and newer Freightliner and Kenworth tractors equipped with automatic transmissions. Many trucks include APUs, inverters, and refrigerator space for additional comfort during multi-day runs. Equipment is maintained through a company-supported maintenance network focused on minimizing service delays.

Operating Schedule

Drivers run a 12-day schedule followed by a full 48-hour reset at home every other weekend. Approved drivers may take their assigned truck home during resets or park at a company location if preferred.

CDL-A Driver Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• Minimum 3 months of recent tractor-trailer experience
• Safe driving record
• Ability to run interstate routes

CK Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veteran status.