CDL-A Semi-Local Driver – $10K BONUS + $84K–$90K Pay

Trucking Group UTAH; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 84,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 paid days off during the first year

10 paid days off after the first year

On-site snack bar

Quarterly cookouts

Quarterly manager ride-alongs

Job summary

Trucking Group UTAH is seeking a CDL-A Semi-Local Driver in Lansing, MI to haul dedicated retail freight. Earn an average of $84,000–$90,000 per year with home time most days and a $10,000 bonus.

You will run regional and local routes across MI, IL, IN, OH, and WI, with 2,500–2,700 miles weekly and 85–90% drop-and-hook freight. Expect six start times at 6:00 AM, a Tuesday–Saturday schedule, and 2–3 nights away weekly.

Qualifications

• Valid DOT Medical Card required.
• Minimum 3 months of truck-driving experience.
• Hazmat endorsement required within 90 days.
• No SAP drivers allowed.

Responsibilities

• Haul dedicated retail freight across MI/IL/IN/OH/WI.
• Perform local and regional runs with home time most days.
• Maintain safety and on-time deliveries under DOT regulations.

Education

CDL-A or higher

Job description

CDL-A Semi-Local Driver – Lansing, MI

Earn an average of $84,000–$90,000 annually hauling dedicated retail freight from Lansing, MI. This semi-local position combines local and regional routes, offers home time most days, and includes a $10,000 bonus. Drivers average approximately 2,500–2,700 miles per week on regional runs.

Pay Details

• Average Annual Pay: $84,000–$90,000


• Average Weekly Equivalent: Approximately $1,615–$1,731


• Regional runs (200+ miles): Start at $0.63 CPM, increasing to $0.645 at 1 year and $0.66 at 3 years


• Local runs (under 200 miles): Start at $0.725 CPM, increasing to $0.735 at 1 year and $0.745 at 3 years


• Stop pay: $20 per stop on regional runs; $30 per stop on local runs


• Backhaul pickup pay: $30 per vendor pickup


• Breakdown pay: $25 per hour after the first 2 hours, up to $300 per day depending on breakdown type


• Hourly/safety pay: $20 per hour


• Additional weekly compensation: $100 for eligible days worked, subject to on-time attendance, availability for legal and safe loads, and required check-in procedures


• Bonus: $10,000

Job Details

• Dedicated retail freight account


• Starting location: Lansing, MI


• Delivery territory includes Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, and Wisconsin


• Daily store deliveries and shuttles between distribution facilities in Lansing and Pleasant Prairie


• Chicago suburbs are a major part of the operation; no deliveries in downtown Chicago


• Backhauls returning to Lansing are expected


• Approximately 85%–90% drop-and-hook freight


• No-touch freight


• Slip seating required only during mandatory truck services


• Trucks remain at the account during drivers’ time off


• Lunch provided during orientation

Shift Details

• Home most days, with an average of 2–3 nights away per week


• Tuesday–Saturday schedule


• Sunday and Monday off


• 6:00 AM start time


• Some holidays must be worked when they fall on scheduled workdays


• Other routes or schedules may become available after drivers gain experience on the account

Job Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL


• Minimum 3 months of truck-driving experience


• Clean driving record


• Valid DOT Medical Card


• No SAP drivers


• Hazmat endorsement required within 90 days; the account will reimburse the cost of obtaining it


• Must be punctual and available for legally permitted, safe loads


• Must complete required check-in procedures to qualify for additional weekly compensation

Benefits & Workplace Perks

• 7 paid days off during the first year


• 10 paid days off after the first year


• On-site snack bar


• Quarterly cookouts


• Quarterly manager ride-alongs and driver feedback opportunities