Class A CDL Driver – Local Dedicated Routes | $1,280–$1,815 Weekly

Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Position Type: Full-Time | Local CDL-A
Hourly Compensation: $32–$33
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Home Daily

Build Your Career Around a Schedule That Gets You Home Every Night

Put your CDL-A experience to work in a dedicated transportation operation offering reliable weekday schedules, competitive hourly wages, and daily home time.

This opportunity is designed for drivers who prefer local and short-distance regional routes rather than spending extended periods away from home.

With hourly earnings of $32–$33, overtime after 40 hours, and weekly earning potential of approximately $1,280–$1,815, qualified drivers can enjoy competitive compensation while maintaining a regular routine outside of work.

Your Workweek at a Glance

• Monday through Friday operations
• Return home at the end of each scheduled shift
• Approximately 40–50 working hours weekly
• Typical shifts lasting 9–10 hours
• Start times available at 8 AM, 10 AM, noon, 2 PM, 6 PM, and 7 PM, depending on staffing needs
• Primarily day-to-day dedicated freight assignments

Compensation & Paid Training

Drivers are compensated hourly based on their assigned shift:

• $32 per hour: 8 AM, 10 AM, 12 PM, and 2 PM start times
• $33 per hour: 6 PM and 7 PM start times
• Overtime compensation at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate after 40 hours
• Paid onboarding and behind-the-wheel training
• Weekly pay following an initial two-week payroll holdback

Actual earnings vary with assigned hours, overtime, and shift availability.

Transportation Operations

Assignments include collecting loaded trailers, transporting customer freight, and completing scheduled deliveries. Some routes may extend up to approximately 300 miles in a day.

This operation features:

• Predominantly dry van freight
• A mixture of drop-and-hook and live-unload deliveries
• Customer-assisted unloading for live freight deliveries
• Approximately 90% drop-and-hook activity on overnight operations
• Occasional use of demountable containers, with equipment training provided

Trucks & Terminal Support

• Volvo and Freightliner equipment
• Automatic transmissions
• Designated terminal parking
• Equipment-specific instruction when necessary

What We're Looking For

Successful candidates must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Possess an active, valid Class A CDL
• Have 12 months or more of recent, verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience
• Live within a 50-mile radius of Minneapolis, MN
• Be available for Monday–Friday work and assigned start times
• Demonstrate safe commercial vehicle operation and compliance with DOT regulations
• Be able to complete the required onboarding and driver training

Daily Responsibilities

As a dedicated CDL-A driver, you will safely handle freight transportation between customer facilities, maintain accurate shipment documentation, inspect assigned equipment, and coordinate deliveries according to operating schedules.

Drivers are expected to maintain safe driving practices, comply with federal regulations, and communicate effectively with terminal personnel.

Getting Started

New drivers complete a paid onboarding process before beginning independent assignments.

• Two-day orientation, generally beginning Tuesday at 9 AM
• Orientation paid at the assigned hourly rate
• Approximately 2–3 days of supervised, in-truck training
• Training compensated at the regular hourly rate

Take the Next Step

If you have at least one year of recent tractor-trailer experience and want a position that combines strong hourly compensation with daily home time, we encourage you to apply.

Apply through Go Career Choice today. Eligible candidates will be reviewed and contacted with information about the next steps in the hiring process.