CDL-A Truck Driver

Hwy Express; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 74,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription coverage

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off after 1 year

Holiday pay after 90 days

Rider and pet policies

Job summary

Highway Express is seeking a CDL-A truck driver for no-touch, dry van freight with regional lanes and consistent weekly home time. You will operate a dry van tractor-trailer with drop-and-hook opportunities across a regional network.

Weekly pay ranges from $1,425 to $1,625, with all miles paid including loaded and empty. Company app and orientation are provided; benefits include medical, vision, and life insurance after 90 days.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• Ability to safely operate dry van tractor-trailer equipment under DOT regulations.
• Professional communication with dispatch, shippers, and receivers.

Responsibilities

• Operate no-touch dry van freight with regional routes.
• Follow structured schedules to maintain weekly home time.
• Coordinate with dispatch for drop-and-hook loads.
• Maintain safety and compliance with DOT regulations.

Skills

Valid Class A CDL

DOT regulations compliance

Professional communication

Job description

CDL-A Truck Driver | No-Touch Dry Van Freight
Home Time: Weekly (Home Every Week) | Weekly Pay: $1,425 per week to $1,625 per week | Location: Jersey City, NJ 07305

• Regional delivery network with route consistency
• Weekly home time with structured scheduling
• No-touch freight with drop-and-hook opportunities
• Dry van freight with steady regional lanes

Dry van freight supported by a regional delivery network and route consistency helps drivers maintain predictable weekly miles, steady dispatch timing, and reliable home time within a no-touch freight operation.

Drivers operate within a defined regional footprint with coordinated dispatch planning designed to support consistent routing, reduce delays, and maintain steady weekly freight movement.

All dispatched miles are paid, including loaded and empty movement, supporting steady weekly earnings of $1,425 per week to $1,625 per week.

Fleet Equipment
Kenworth T-680 automatic tractors assigned for regional use
APU, inverter, refrigerator, and Bluetooth capability included
Outward-facing cameras used for safety monitoring
Dry van trailers assigned across the fleet for consistent freight movement
Assigned trucks may be parked at home when secure parking is available

Equipment assignments are maintained for consistency and driver familiarity. Preventative maintenance scheduling helps reduce downtime and support reliable fleet performance.

Freight Profile
Freight consists of no-touch dry van shipments with a mix of drop-and-hook and scheduled live load appointments. Drivers focus on efficient movement while freight handling is completed at shipper and receiver facilities.

Regional lanes are structured to maintain steady freight availability and consistent weekly routing patterns.

Compensation
Drivers earn $1,425 per week to $1,625 per week based on dispatched miles. All miles are paid, including loaded and empty, supporting predictable weekly income.

Company-paid orientation is provided with orientation pay included. After onboarding, drivers are placed into established regional dry van freight rotations.

Benefits
Medical, vision, prescription, and life insurance options available after 90 days. Paid time off begins after one year, with holiday pay eligibility after 90 days. A 401(k) retirement plan is available after one year. Rider and pet policies are included.

Qualifications
• Valid Class A CDL required
• Ability to safely operate dry van tractor-trailer equipment under DOT regulations
• Professional communication with dispatch, shippers, and receivers

Highway Express is an equal opportunity employer and evaluates all applicants without regard to protected status under applicable law.