Cloke Freight, LLC is seeking professional CDL-A drivers who want a long-term career, not just a driving job. Character, professionalism, safety, and accountability are the core of our culture. As the transportation subsidiary of Locke Supply Co. (founded in 1955), we combine the rock-solid stability of a 190+ location distributor with a diverse freight network. Because we are a 100% employee-owned company, our drivers don't just earn a paycheck-they build real, long-term retirement wealth as co-owners.
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual Earnings: $54,000 - $558,000 base starting salary
- Retirement Wealth: Immediate participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Health: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Home Time: Home weekly for two consecutive days in most cases
Route & Mileage Details
- Predictable Lanes: Consistent Oklahoma/Texas to Virginia routing
- Steady Miles: 2,100 - 2,600 miles per week with stable, year-round freight
- Low Stops: Average of 1 to 3 stops per route
Premium, Assigned Equipment
- Modern Fleet: 2021 and newer automatic tractors
- Driver Comfort: Assigned trucks (no slip-seating), APUs, and refrigerators in 2026 or newer sleeper models
- Road Speed: Trucks are governed at a driver-friendly 75 mph
- Support: Maintained by a dedicated maintenance team
Freight & Touch Profile
- Dedicated Operations: Hauling dedicated freight for Locke Supply Co., and others, with strategic third-party backhauls
- Driver Assist Unloading: Driver-assist unloading at company locations utilizes pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Backhauls: Primarily drop-and-hook with occasional live loads/unloads
Driver Responsibilities
- Safe transport of freight, tractors, and trailers in full compliance with DOT regulations
- Conduct thorough daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections
- Complete daily electronic logs (ELD) and submit mileage reports
- Act as a professional brand ambassador during ALL interactions
- Report mechanical issues immediately
- Manage routes efficiently, proactively and conserve resources
Job Requirements
- Experience: Minimum 1 year of verifiable OTR driving experience
- License: Valid Class A CDL (No endorsements required)
- Age: Must be at least 21 years old
- Hiring Radius: Must reside in the Oklahoma City, OK or Ennis, TX areas
- Screening: Must pass a post-offer WorkSTEPS physical job duty test, DOT physical, MVR check, drug screen, and background check
Ready to build a career you actually own?
If you are looking for a stable driving career with consistent freight, weekly home time, and a stake in the company's success, click Apply Now to connect with the team at Cloke Freight, LLC.
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