CDL A Truck Driver - $10,000 Bonus Available

Legend Transportation; Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid orientation

Travel covered

401(k) plan

Hazmat pay

Job summary

New Legend is seeking experienced CDL-A drivers for regional routes across California, Nevada, and Utah. Earn top regional CPM, with monthly bonuses and a potential $10,000 retention bonus. Enjoy 99% no-touch freight, paid orientation, and travel coverage as you join a driver-friendly team.

Fulfill hazmat pay opportunities, flexible pay options, and a full benefits package while keeping a strong home-time balance. Apply now to start your driving career with New Legend.

Qualifications

• 12+ months of OTR or Regional tractor-trailer driving experience

Responsibilities

• Operate regional routes through CA, NV, and UT
• Maintain safety and compliance with DOT regulations
• Meet delivery schedules and manage logs accurately

Skills

OTR/Regional driving experience

Job description

How much verifiable tractor-trailer experience do you have? 0-9 Months 9-12 Months 1-2 Years 2+ Years

Why Drive for New Legend?

At New Legend, you’re not just another truck number—you’re part of a team that values respect, consistency, and long-term success. We focus on keeping things simple: strong pay, reliable freight, and a culture where drivers are supported every mile of the way.
When you drive for New Legend, you’re backed by a company that treats you like family and gives you the tools to succeed both on and off the road.

Regional CDL-A Driver Overview

• Top regional CPM. Earn up to $0.76 CPM including monthly bonuses that can add up to an additional $0.06 CPM depending on the lane.*
• Retention bonus available. Regional drivers can earn up to a $10,000 retention bonus.*
• Focused regional lanes. Run consistent freight through CA, NV, and UT.
• Frequent home time. Drivers typically run ~70 hours before a 34-hour reset at home.
• Get paid to get started. Paid orientation plus travel covered.
• Driver-friendly freight and equipment. Run 99% no-touch freight in 2022–2025 Freightliner, Kenworth, and Volvo trucks.
• Flexible pay options. Optional per diem available to structure your earnings.
• Extra pay that stacks. Detention, layover, extra stop, driver assist, clean inspection bonuses, plus +2 CPM for military veterans.*
• Hazmat pays more. Earn $75 per placarded hazmat load.*
• Bring family along. Pet policy and passenger program (18+) available.
• Referral rewards. Earn bonuses through the driver referral program.
• Full benefits package. Health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, plus 401(k) to support long-term goals.

*All pay and bonus amounts may vary by job type, location, experience level, and performance and are subject to change based on company discretion. Base pay ranges from $.60 CPM – $.70 CPM. Talk with a recruiter to confirm specific details.
There is no deadline to apply. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

• 12+ months of OTR or Regional tractor-trailer driving experience