Dedicated CDL-A Driver – Weekly Home Time

NIS EXPRESS; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 75,985 - 91,910; Full time

Job summary

NIS EXPRESS is looking for experienced drivers to operate a Class A tractor-trailer on dedicated regional routes across multiple states including TN, SC, and VA. The role includes responsibilities such as manually unloading freight, conducting vehicle inspections, and maintaining logs while adhering to DOT regulations.

This position offers a pay structure that averages between $1,670 and $2,020 weekly with consistent home time every week. If you're an experienced driver seeking a supportive company, NIS EXPRESS may be the right fit for you.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• Minimum 3 months of verifiable solo tractor-trailer driving experience.
• Acceptable driving record with no more than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Class A tractor-trailer on designated regional routes.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Manually unload freight and maintain accurate logs.

Skills

Class A CDL

3 months solo driving experience

Communication skills

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Job description

This Dedicated Regional account runs out of Gaffney, SC and delivers into SC, NC, GA, AL, TN, KY, VA, WV, and OH. If you want consistent home time without giving up strong weekly pay, this route is built for that.

Job Description

• Operate a Class A tractor-trailer on a dedicated regional route across SC, NC, GA, AL, TN, KY, VA, WV, and OH
• Run multi-stop deliveries, averaging 3 stops per load
• Manually unload freight from the trailer and place boxes onto a roller conveyor belt at each delivery point; store personnel take over from there
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Maintain accurate logs and stay compliant with all DOT and FMCSA regulations
• Communicate with dispatch to confirm routes, delivery windows, and any on-road issues
• Secure and handle freight properly to prevent damage during transit
• Follow all safety protocols while loading, driving, and unloading

Pay Structure

• 0.70 to 0.84 CPM based on verifiable experience
• $320 per unload, average of 3 loads per week
• Average Weekly Gross: $1,670 -$2,020
• Real, touchable pay that grows the longer you stay

Home Time

• Runs Sunday through Friday or Monday through Saturday
• 34 hour reset every week
• Home either Friday night through Saturday, or Saturday night through Sunday
• Consistent, predictable, every single week

Equipment & Freight

• All freight is dry van
• Driver manually unloads boxes onto a roller conveyor belt; store staff handles freight from that point forward
• Average mileage: 1,004 miles per week
• Secured parking available if you live near Gaffney
• Take equipment home if you have a secured location

Getting Started

• Experienced drivers ride with a mentor for the first 3 loads
• Mentor pay: $175 per day

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• Minimum 3 months of verifiable SOLOtractor-trailer driving experience
• Acceptable driving record; no more than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years
• No DUI/DWI within the past 5 years
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and pre-employment drug screen
• Ability to pass a background check
• Physically able to manually unload freight at delivery stops
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. repeatedly during unloading
• Reliable communication with dispatch throughout each shift