CDL A Truck Driver

Albany Trucking; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401K with company match

Paid vacation

Detention and layover pay

Orientation with pay

Job summary

Albany Trucking is a driver-friendly company offering home time every 10–14 days, steady miles, and clear communication. Drivers run either Over-the-Road or Dedicated routes with flexible home-time options and supportive dispatch.

Base pay ranges from $0.45 to $0.55 per mile, with a potential $750 monthly bonus and an average weekly pay of $1,300–$1,500. Comprehensive benefits start after 60 days, and 401K with company match is available.

Qualifications

• Experience in trucking operations and long-haul driving preferred.
• Ability to operate in dry-van/auto-load environments.
• Willingness to work with dispatched loads and maintain home-time goals.

Responsibilities

• dispatcher checks in daily with drivers.
• You will know your next load before dropping the current one.
• Operate no-touch, dry-van freight where applicable and manage miles efficiently.

Skills

No-touch freight

Weekly home time

Clear communication

Tools

Peterbilt 579

International trucks

Freightliners

Job description

• 401K, Major Medical, Vacation pay and Holiday pay

Drive with Albany Trucking - Home Time, Steady Miles, and Respect

If you're looking for a driving career that values your time on and off the road, Albany Trucking is your kind of company. Known for its laid-back atmosphere and driver-first policies, Albany offers flexibility, consistent miles, and strong communication - without the pressure of being forced to stay out longer than you want.

Whether you're running Over-the-Road or on a Dedicated route, Albany Trucking ensures you're home every 10-14 days, or sooner if needed. Our drivers typically run for two weeks and get two days off - but if life happens, Albany Trucking makes it easy to get home when you need to. Dedicated lanes vary, but home time is just as reliable.

What Makes Albany Trucking Different?

At Albany Trucking, you're not just a number - your dispatcher is required to check in with you daily, and you'll always know your next load before you drop the current one. That means no more sitting around waiting - and no-touch, dry van freight that's 70% drop-and-hook helps keep your wheels moving. Most loads are automotive, running primarily east of I-35 with an average haul length of 500 miles. Weekly solo mileage ranges from 2,500-2,800, with some hitting 3,000+.

Competitive Weekly Pay Structure

Base pay ranges from $0.45 to $0.55 CPM, based on location

Earn up to $750/month in performance bonuses

Average weekly pay: $1,300 to $1,500, based on miles and hiring area

All miles paid: loaded, empty, and bobtail

Weekly pay via direct deposit or Comdata

Top-Notch Equipment & Terminals

You'll be driving equipment that's never older than three years, with a fleet of mostly Peterbilt 579s, plus Internationals and Freightliners. All trucks come with inverters, fridges, and Qualcomm systems. Take your truck and trailer home - just ensure secure parking unless you live within 50 miles of a terminal.

We have terminals in Tontitown, AR; Laredo, TX; Irving, TX; North Jackson, OH; and Charlotte, NC.

Benefits & Bonuses

Albany Trucking offers comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage starting on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. A 401K retirement plan with a company match is also available. Drivers receive one week of paid vacation after their first year, two weeks after two years, and up to three weeks after five years. Detention and layover pay are available and vary by customer. Orientation consists of a three-day session, with meals and transportation provided, and drivers are paid $200 for completing it.

Pet & Rider Policies

For those in lease-purchase positions, Albany allows dogs of any size with no weight restrictions. Company solo drivers, however, are not permitted to have pets. Riders are welcome-immediate family members must be at least 13 years old, and non-family riders must be 18 or older.

Want to Try Something New?

Albany supports growth - switch from OTR to Dedicated or Local when spots open in your area. Ready to mentor? You can train new drivers for extra pay, too.