CDL A Local Truck Driver – (Home Daily | $79K–$80K/Year)

Thedrivingdesk; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

PTO & holidays

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision

Life insurance & disability

Parental leave & family planning

Paid online orientation

Job summary

Thedrivingdesk is seeking a CDL-A local truck driver for intermodal work based in Indianapolis, IN. This role features home daily time, steady routes to Chicago, and a slip-seat operation with daily terminal returns.

You will run dedicated lanes, manage local deliveries, and work a day cab in a high-frequency local network. Eligible candidates should have a CDL-A with Hazmat within 60 days and be comfortable with night schedules.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL required.
• Minimum 3 months of CDL-A experience.
• Hazmat endorsement required within 60 days (cost reimbursed).
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening.
• Comfortable with local, high-frequency routes and night driving.
• PTO accrues starting Day 1; holidays included.

Responsibilities

• Run dedicated lanes between Indianapolis and Chicago (daily turns).
• Complete additional local deliveries within the surrounding area.
• Handle a mix of drop & hook (75%) and live load/unload freight.
• Average ~17 loads per week with consistent miles.
• Operate safely during afternoon and nighttime driving hours.

Skills

Hazmat endorsement

CDL-A experience

Night driving

Safety-consciousness

Job description

CDL A Local Truck Driver – Intermodal | Home Daily | $79K–$80K/Year

Job Openings CDL A Local Truck Driver – Intermodal | Home Daily | $79K–$80K/Year

About the job CDL A Local Truck Driver – Intermodal | Home Daily | $79K–$80K/Year

We are hiring Class A CDL Drivers for a local intermodal position based in Indianapolis, IN. This role offers daily home time, consistent freight, and steady routes between Indianapolis and Chicago, along with additional local runs within a 100–200 mile radius.

Drivers will operate day cab equipment in a slip seat operation, returning to the terminal daily.

What You'll Do

• Run dedicated lanes between Indianapolis Chicago (daily turns)
• Complete additional local deliveries within the surrounding area
• Handle a mix of drop & hook (75%) and live load/unload freight
• Average ~17 loads per week with consistent miles
• Operate safely during afternoon and nighttime driving hours

Pay & Compensation

• Average Annual Pay: $72,000 – $80,000
• Mileage Pay: $0.50 – $0.57 CPM

Additional Pay:

• $25 – Drop & hook (customer)
• $15 – Out-of-route / crosstown moves
• $20/hour – Detention (after 1.5 hours)
• $20/hour – Training pay

Sign-On Bonus:

• Must meet eligibility requirements and remain active in position

Home Time & Schedule

• Days off: Sunday & Monday
• Start time: 3:00 PM (afternoon into night shift)

Equipment & Operation

• Slip seat operation (truck remains at terminal)

Truck Policy:

• No passengers
• No take-home trucks

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• Minimum 3 months of CDL-A experience
• Hazmat endorsement required within 60 days (cost reimbursed)
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening
• Must be comfortable with local, high-frequency routes and night driving
• PTO accrues starting Day 1
• Paid time off + holidays:
  • Year 1: 18 days (12 PTO + 6 holidays)
  • Increases with tenure (up to 32 days)
• Medical, dental, and vision (after 30 days)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid online orientation
• Life insurance & disability coverage
• Parental leave & family planning benefits

Work Location

Indianapolis Terminal
Drivers report daily for dispatch