You will transport freight on schedule across Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina and South Carolina, following assigned routes, planning fuel and rest stops sensibly, and communicating proactively with your fleet manager when weather, traffic, or a customer delay puts a delivery window at risk. You will operate a Class A tractor-trailer safely and legally at all times, completing pre-trip and post-trip inspections, monitoring your hours of service, and keeping your logs accurate and current in accordance with federal regulations and company policy.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina
Website
https://www.theemployeeconnect.com/
Description
CDL A Dedicated Truck Driver - Raleigh, NC - Home Weekly - $1,236/Wk Location: Raleigh, North Carolina Pay Rate: $64,272 per year
Position Overview Our client is hiring CDL-A drivers for a dedicated big-box retail condo fleet with all loads starting in Lake City, Florida. Freight on this fleet is dry van retail, no-touch, preloaded, running Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina and South Carolina. Home time is weekly, which makes this a strong fit for drivers who want a predictable routine and a consistent paycheck rather than long, open-ended stretches on the road.
Key Responsibilities
You will operate a Class A tractor-trailer safely and legally at all times, completing pre-trip and post-trip inspections, monitoring your hours of service, and keeping your logs accurate and current in accordance with federal regulations and company policy
You will transport freight on schedule across Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina and South Carolina, following assigned routes, planning fuel and rest stops sensibly, and communicating proactively with your fleet manager when weather, traffic, or a customer delay puts a delivery window at risk
Freight is no-touch and preloaded — drivers hook and go
This is a solo run on a settled lane structure
You will verify load counts, seals, and paperwork at pickup and delivery, secure freight correctly for transit, and complete bills of lading and delivery documentation accurately so the customer's records and yours agree
You will represent our client professionally at every customer location, maintain the condition and cleanliness of your assigned equipment, and report mechanical issues promptly so they are addressed before they become a breakdown
Requirements
A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License is required, along with a minimum of 3 months of verifiable CDL-A driving experience
You must meet all Department of Transportation qualification requirements and hold a current DOT medical certification
An acceptable motor vehicle record and safety history are required
You must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and comply with all federal testing requirements throughout your employment
Hiring within 75 miles of Raleigh, Apex, Wake Forest and Charlotte, NC
Drivers may park at a secure location approved by the account manager
Preferred Qualifications
Prior dedicated account experience is preferred, particularly on fleets with consistent, repeating routes where familiarity with the lane and the customer builds real efficiency
A clean safety record, consistent on-time performance, and a track record of steady tenure with previous carriers all strengthen an application
Drivers who communicate well with dispatch, handle customer contact professionally, and take care of their equipment tend to do well on dedicated accounts like this one
Screening Questions
How many years of experience do you have relevant to this CDL A Dedicated Truck Driver - Raleigh, NC - Home Weekly - $1,236/Wk role?
Do you hold any required licenses or certifications for this position?
Are you available to work onsite in Raleigh, North Carolina?