CDL A Truck Driver

Albany-Trucking; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid orientation

Insurance after 30 days

401(k) after 6 months

Detention & layover pay

Job summary

Albany Trucking is seeking a CDL-A driver for a regional dry van role in Baton Rouge, LA. This full-time position offers no-touch freight, weekly home time, and modern equipment. Drivers average about 2,500 miles weekly on established regional routes with steady earnings.

Expect strong freight demand, clear lane planning, and support from an experienced operations team. Benefits include paid orientation, health/dental/vision coverage after 30 days, and a 401(k) after 6 months.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL-A license.
• Minimum 3 months tractor-trailer experience.

Responsibilities

• Haul no-touch dry van freight within regional lanes.
• Maintain productive miles and follow coordinated routing.
• Operate late-model trucks with safety and reliability.

Skills

CDL-A

3 months experience

Safety conscious

Job description

Location: Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Home Time: Home weekly
Pay: $1,450 to $1,650 per week
Freight: No-touch dry van

• Regional dry van freight network
• Weekly home time
• Late-model Kenworth and Freightliner equipment
• Full-time CDL-A position

Strong regional freight demand and coordinated lane planning help CDL-A truck drivers maintain productive miles throughout the week. Established customer freight and organized routing support dependable weekly earnings while keeping drivers moving across familiar regional lanes.

Drivers in this position haul no-touch dry van freight through established regional routes designed to provide a steady workload and reliable weekly home time. It's a practical opportunity for drivers looking for dependable freight and consistent weekly miles.

Position Details

• Drivers earn $1,450 to $1,650 per week while hauling no-touch dry van freight.
• Freight primarily runs east of I-35 with no NYC routes.

Drivers average approximately 2,500 miles per week with average haul lengths around 700 miles, helping maintain productive schedules and consistent weekly earnings.

Drivers operate late-model Kenworth and Freightliner sleeper trucks. Depending on location and parking availability, drivers may have the option to take equipment home.

Why Drivers Like This Position

• Regional freight demand
• Coordinated route planning
• Weekly home time

Established lane coverage helps drivers maintain a consistent work routine while minimizing unnecessary downtime between loads.

Benefits

• Paid orientation and paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days
• 401(k) eligibility after 6 months
• Additional pay for detention, layover, and breakdowns

Career Growth

If you have at least 3 months of tractor-trailer experience, this position offers an opportunity to continue building your CDL-A career with reliable freight, modern equipment, and support from an experienced operations team.

Albany Trucking believes in creating long-term opportunities for drivers by providing consistent freight, reliable equipment, and clear communication throughout the job.

Requirements

• Valid CDL-A license
• Minimum of 3 months of tractor-trailer experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

Albany Trucking is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fair hiring practices and equal employment opportunities for all applicants.